FBM KLCI: 1,659.82 pts (+12.35pts, +0.75%)

Tracking the firm close on the U.S. stockmarkets overnight, the FBM KLCI (+0.8%) extended its gains for the second consecutive day - led by the stronger Ringgit and continued buying momentum in selected heavyweights. Market breadth was positive, with 601 gainers and 291 losers, while 313 shares closed unchanged. Meanwhile, metal-related counters like Ann Joo Resources (+17.0 sen), CSC Steel (+6.0 sen) and A- Rank (+3.0 sen) rallied.

Top 3 Active stocks:
SUMATEC (1201): RM0.095 (+0.5 sen)
MQTECH (0070): RM0.05 (+0.5 sen)

GPACKET (0082): RM0.305 (+1.5 sen)

Volume: 2.51 bln (100-day avg vol: 1.59 bln)
Value: RM1.85 bln
Market Breadth: ?:601 ?:291
Crude palm oil: RM3,122 (-RM19)

Dow Futures: 19,851 pts (-5 pts)

Source: Bloomberg, M+ Online

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