Press Metal drags on FBM KLCI, energy stocks lend support


KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI slipped in morning trade as Press Metal decline amid news of a share placement although rising energy prices helped to lift plantations and oil and gas counters.

At 12.30pm, the benchmark index was down 2.54 points to 1,584.62.

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