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KLCI open on better note as political uncertainty subsides

The Ringgit opened easier against the US dollar

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 26 Oct 2020 9:37AM

KLCI open on better note as political uncertainty subsides
Total volume stood at 456.36 million units worth RM274.94 million. — Bernama pic, October 26, 2020

KUALA LUMPUR — Bursa Malaysia opened on a better note today as uncertainty over the local political scenario has subsided after the rulers meeting yesterday. 

At 9.05 am, the benchmark FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) was up 1.62 points to 1,496.26 from 1,494.64 at Friday’s close.

The market barometer opened 0.92 of-a-point better at 1,495.56.

On the scoreboard, gainers staged a rebound from last Friday’s slip, leading 310 to 137 losers, while 299 counters were unchanged, 1,424 untraded and 43 others suspended.

Total volume stood at 456.36 million units worth RM274.94 million.

Also, the Ringgit opened easier against the US dollar today on lack of buying interest due to the uncertainties over the US stimulus deal, said a dealer.

At 9.05 am, the local currency stood at 4.1550/1600 versus the greenback compared with Friday's close of 4.1500/1600.

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