Short selling soars on post-GE13 relief


KUALA LUMPUR: Short selling on Bursa Malaysia hit a record RM293mil in June this year from almost zero in March 2012, the stock exchange operator said on Wednesday.

"Trade value is anticipated to continue growing as the exchange introduces plans to attract greater market participation in securities borrowing and lending (SBL)," Bursa said in a statement.

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