PETALING JAYA: Malaysian banking stocks are expected to post low to single-digit percentage growth for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q25) in profit after tax and minority interest (Patmi) on stronger operating income led by non-interest income with mixed net interest income as well as contributions from associates, says RHB Research.
The research house, which has maintained a “neutral” rating on banking stocks, said growth expectations have been reset lower, with no expectations of major Patmi downgrades, although there could be possible downside risks to loans growth and net interest margin (NIM).
