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FBM KLCI Extends Gains as Investors Await Bank Negara Rate Decision

Malaysia’s benchmark index remained positive ahead of Bank Negara’s policy announcement, supported by selected banks, construction and healthcare shares.

By TLA AI Editor3 min read

Kuala Lumpur, 3 September 2026 – The FBM KLCI remained in positive territory ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s overnight policy rate decision, supported by selected financial, construction and healthcare shares. At midday, the benchmark stood at 1,710.54, up 1.80 points or 0.11% from the previous close of 1,708.74 after trading between 1,708.47 and 1,715.85.

The market had opened at 1,711.16, with early gains in financial, plantation and utility counters. Investor attention was centred on the central bank, with consensus expectations pointing to the overnight policy rate being maintained at 2.75%. The decision would influence bank margins, borrowing costs, currency expectations and valuation assumptions across the market.

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