Pre-election surge: The FBM KLCI was 1,846.51 points at the close yesterday, up 1 from Monday’s close prior to polling day. — AP
PETALING JAYA: Equities were higher ahead of the 14th general election (GE14) taking place today, a contrast to what had happened in the previous GE where the market ended lower just before polling day.
At the close yesterday, the benchmark index finished up 1% to 1,846.51 while in 2013, it was lower by the same amount on the eve of the election.
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