FBM KLCI tumbles 7.83% in first quarter amid market headwinds


KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI closed the first quarter in the red, sliding 7.83% as persistent market uncertainties and cautious investor sentiment weighed on performance.

At today’s close, the benchmark index tracked negative regional sentiment, falling 22.08 points, or 1.44%, to 1,513.65, its intraday high, amid concerns over U.S. tariffs and their potential impact on global trade.

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