Malaysia’s 2027 Earnings Outlook Narrows as Rates and Consumer Costs Rise
Kenanga expects KLCI constituent earnings growth to slow to 3.5% in 2027 and has reduced its 2026 year-end index target to 1,700.
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Ancom Nylex’s first-quarter profit rose 15.2% to RM23.1 million, supported by Industrial Chemicals as currency translation moderated Agrichem’s reported sales.
Atlan Holdings posted a RM601,000 net loss for the quarter ended 31 August 2026 as lower margins and higher operating expenses weighed on earnings.
Infomina’s opening FY2027 quarter combined strong infrastructure-services growth with RM8.4 million from AI and data services, supported by a net cash balance.
Mitrajaya faces lower forecasts as its order book shrinks, tender conversion stays uncertain and property inventory weighs on earnings visibility.
Top Glove's FY2026 profit rebound strengthens its FY2027 base, although oversupply, energy costs and selling-price durability still divide investors.
Mesiniaga’s RM32.3 million MyGST maintenance contract runs for 24 months, supporting earnings visibility while requiring disciplined delivery and cash conversion.
Samaiden’s first LSS5+ EPCC win lifts solar-project visibility and brings its RM1 billion order-book ambition closer, with CRESS and LSS6 offering further potential.
MCE’s FY2026 revenue grew 21.5%, but attributable profit declined. New US, PROTON and India projects give investors future catalysts, subject to margins and cash conversion.
UWC’s semiconductor-driven fourth quarter set records and lifted FY2026 revenue 54%. Investors still need to distinguish reported profit from the company’s currency-adjusted figure.
Gamuda shares rose after record FY2026 attributable profit of RM1.052 billion, bringing its RM61 billion construction order book and cash conversion into focus.