KUALA LUMPUR: Hap Seng Consolidated Bhd
’s net profit eased to RM135.08mil in the second quarter of 2026 ended June 30, 2026 (2Q26), compared to RM143.68mil in the previous corresponding quarter.
In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the company said that lower profit contribution from its property and building materials division more than offset higher contribution from the plantation, automotive and trading divisions.
Its revenue rose to RM1.37bil, 6% higher compared with RM1.29bil in 2Q25. For the first half of 2026 ended Dec 31, 2026 (1H26), Hap Seng’s net profit declined to RM229.81mil compared with RM245.35mil a year ago, while revenue increased to RM2.56bil from RM2.47bil previously.
Looking ahead, Hap Seng expects crude palm oil (CPO) prices to remain resilient in 2H26.
“This momentum is underpinned by elevated crude oil prices amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, higher biodiesel mandates in Indonesia and Malaysia, and CPO’s favourable price discount relative to major competing edible oils.
“Additionally, the replenishment of palm oil stocks by India – a major palm oil importing country – ahead of several festivities in August to November 2026 and the strengthening of the El Nino weather pattern are expected to tighten CPO supply, mitigating downside price risk.”
On the property sector, Hap Seng said the Malaysian market is expected to maintain momentum in 2H26, supported by stable employment conditions, continued infrastructure development, and government initiatives aimed at promoting home ownership and investment activities.
Hap Seng said it will continue to closely monitor global and domestic economic developments to manage operational challenges across its business segments.
