Sime Darby’s acquisition of UMW triggers upgrade


PETALING JAYA: CGS International Research (CGSI Research) has raised its rating for Sime Darby Bhd from a “hold” to “add” as it sees the group’s acquisition of UMW Holdings Bhd being earnings-accretive and a good de-risking strategy.

The research firm has a RM3.06 target price on the stock up from RM2.18 before based on 12.8 times the company’s 2025 price earnings ratio.

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