FBM KLCI retraces earlier losses, regional markets remain subdued


KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's benchmark stock index bounced back as it entered the lunch break, with some strong gains in certain heavyweights.

At 12.30pm, the FBM KLCI was up 0.54 points to 1,453.64 and the broader market turned positive with 512 gainers compared to 383 decliners.

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