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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Corporate Malysia.

Gamuda Bhd secured RM3.6bn in contracts to build two hyperscale data centres in Port Dickson for a US technology multinational, with packages valued at RM1.79bn and RM1.78bn.

WCT Holdings Bhd won a RM600.9mn contract to construct a 41-storey office tower at Tun Razak Exchange, Kuala Lumpur, further strengthening its construction order book.

Farm Fresh Bhd will raise its stake in The Inside Scoop to 85% from 65% through a RM50.8mn acquisition, funded via internal funds, borrowings and fundraising.

Nestlé Malaysia collected 1.3 tonnes of coastal waste through its 2026 clean-up programme, engaging nearly 400 volunteers while expanding conservation, education and underwater protection initiatives.

Tenaga Nasional Bhd commenced development of a 500km, 500kV national grid backbone targeted for 2030 completion, enhancing energy security and supporting Malaysia's growing electricity demand.

Zetrix AI Bhd denied any involvement with graft charges against former minister Datuk Seri M. Saravanan, responding to Bursa Malaysia's UMA query following unusual share-price activity.

Jesa Kita Bhd shareholders approved diversification into power infrastructure services after acquiring KT System, supporting efforts to create sustainable earnings streams beyond industrial distribution.

PMCK Bhd plans to raise RM24mn via private placement to finance a robotic-assisted surgery system and facility upgrades at Putra Medical Centre, Alor Setar.

Sapura Industrial Bhd is injecting RM58mn into its energy-components joint venture while pursuing a RM42.3mn land disposal to support diversification into Malaysia's EV supply chain.

Yinson Holdings Bhd's major shareholder confirmed preliminary privatisation discussions, with an indicative offer price of RM2.35 per share under consideration alongside strategic stakeholders.

Heitech Padu Bhd stated it is unaware of reasons behind its share-price slump to a 30-month low after Bursa Malaysia issued an unusual market activity query.

CIMB Group reported 2QFY26 net profit of RM1.9bn, up 1.2% YoY, while CIMB Thai prepares for delisting from Thailand's stock exchange without operational disruption.

IOI Corporation posted a 17% increase in 4QFY26 net profit to RM501mn, driven by stronger resource-based manufacturing performance and improved specialty product demand.

Kerjaya Prospek recorded a 22.5% rise in 2QFY26 net profit to RM66.7mn despite lower revenue, reflecting resilient profitability amid slower construction progress.

Mah Sing Group achieved 9.8% growth in 2QFY26 net profit and 16% revenue growth, supported by stronger property sales and ongoing development contributions.

RHB Bank posted marginally higher 2QFY26 net profit of RM807.2mn as stronger net interest income and lower provisions offset weaker non-interest income.

Axiata Group returned to profitability with RM42.5mn net profit from continuing operations, aided by the absence of impairment charges despite lower reported revenue.

EG Industries delivered strong FY26 results, with revenue rising 31% and core profit up 24.4%, driven by higher-margin technology products and operational efficiencies.

Hengyuan Refining recorded RM1.1bn 1HFY26 net profit, its best first-half performance in a decade, supported by soaring revenue and sustained refining margins.

Oriental Kopi achieved 34.2% revenue growth in 3QFY26, led by café operations, though profit margins faced pressure from higher costs and taxes.

Berjaya Corp narrowed its 4QFY26 net loss significantly, supported by stronger operating performance, lower investment-related expenses and improved contributions from Starbucks Malaysia.

Senheng New Retail remained loss-making in 2QFY26 as weaker consumer demand reduced revenue, although improved margins and cost controls mitigated earnings pressure.

MKH Bhd posted a 10.6% decline in 3QFY26 net profit as weaker property development performance offset stronger crude palm oil sales and higher pretax earnings.

Petronas reported a 4% increase in 1HFY26 net profit to RM27.2bn, driven by stronger production, LNG sales, processed gas volumes and favourable prices.

Sarawak Oil Palms delivered a 67.2% surge in 2QFY26 net profit, benefiting from higher palm oil volumes and stronger realised crude palm oil prices.

Hibiscus Petroleum more than doubled 4QFY26 net profit to RM190.7mn, supported by stronger oil and gas prices and improved operational performance in Malaysia.

Eversendai Corp slipped into a 2QFY26 net loss of RM10.6mn  following contract-related challenges and regional headwinds, while pursuing claims settlement and cost optimisation measures.

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