FBM KLCI strengthens, eyes 1,680 mark

Bursa Malaysia extended its positive momentum this morning, buoyed by favourable global market sentiment, according to an analyst.

At 9.10 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) appreciated 2.59 points to 1,672.96, from Tuesday’s close of 1,670.37.

The benchmark index opened stronger, up 3.69 points at 1,674.06.

Across the broader market, gainers outnumbered losers 277 to 132, with 275 counters unchanged, 1,833 untraded and 18 suspended.

Turnover stood at 199.67 million units worth RM113.60 million.