13/04/2026

BIZ & FINANCE MONDAY | APR 13, 2026

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MMCS unit is TrendAI Partner of the Year 2025 o Recognition for Micro Technology Solution comes shortly after parent company signed underwriting agreement with Malacca Securities for IPO

GEOPOLITICAL risks remained firmly in investors’ focus despite the ceasefire announcement, as renewed Israeli strikes in Lebanon dampened hopes for a sustained de-escalation in the region. Consequently, crude oil prices continued to retain a significant portion of their geopolitical risk premium, reflecting market concerns over potential supply disruptions (Business Today, April 10). Closer to home, Bursa Malaysia closed broadly higher, with buying momentum seen mainly in technology, property and construction stocks. As at the close on Friday, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) gained 0.3%, while regionally, Japan’s Nikkei 225 expanded 1.84% to 56,924.11 and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng PETALING JAYA MM Computer Systems Bhd (MMCS), an information technology solutions provider advancing towards a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Micro Technology Solution Sdn Bhd (MTS), has been honoured with the TrendAI Partner of the Year 2025 Award. In a statement, MMCS said the award recognises MTS’s high performance execution within the TrendAI ecosystem, particularly in the design, implementation, configuration and maintenance support of cybersecurity solutions for government-linked corporations and enterprises. In March 2026, Trend Micro announced that its enterprise cybersecurity business now operates under the TrendAI brand, positioning TrendAI Vision One as its unified, AI-centric enterprise cybersecurity platform. MMCS said the recognition underscores the group’s capabilities in delivering the cybersecurity solutions, which represents one of the group’s core solution pillars. With more than 22 years of track record, the group provides a comprehensive suite of IT solutions, encompassing the design, imple mentation and configuration of infra structure, networking and cyber security solutions, outsourcing ser vices, as well as the sale and leasing of hardware and software. MMCS managing director and CEO Young Yoong Chang said, “Securing the TrendAI Partner of the Year Award reflects our strong technical capabilities and the deep trust we have cultivated with global technology principals. As GLCs and enterprises face increasingly complex cybersecurity threats, their demand for robust threat visibility and operational resilience continues WARRANTS WATCH

Chan (left) and Panas Express & 9Pickle founder Vincent Siow Wei Sern at the fund presentation.

CelcomDigi pledges up to RM1m to make pickleball more accessible nationwide

PETALING JAYA: CelcomDigi Bhd, through its Arena CelcomDigi platform, has allocated up to RM1 million to support the continued development of Malaysia’s pickleball ecosystem. The CelcomDigi Pickleball Fund will be disbursed in phases to improve access to quality, modern pickleball courts nationwide. This will enable more communities to enjoy the sport in safe, well equipped and conducive environments in line with Arena CelcomDigi’s mission to make active lifestyles fun and accessible for all Malaysians. The initiative offers tiered funding support in both cash and in-kind contributions across three categories, tailored to different court sizes and development needs – RM5,000 for facilities with three and fewer courts, RM10,000 for facilities with four to six courts and RM15,000 for facilities with seven or more courts. The CelcomDigi Pickleball Fund is designed to assist local busi nesses and residential associations that operate pickleball courts to upgrade and expand existing facilities or improve equipment and amenities, enabling operators to continue providing players with modern, and well-maintained

and 109 million units traded respectively. On the puts, HSI-PWPJ came in as the fourth overall top traded warrant for the week, with 91.6 million units changing hands, suggesting that some investors maintained a degree of downside hedging amid the prevailing geopolitical uncertainty. To view the full list of structured warrants available on Bursa Malaysia, visit malaysiawarrants.com.my. Provided for Malaysian residents’ information only. This commentary has not been reviewed by the Securities Commission Malaysia. It is not an offer or recommendation to trade and is not research material. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. You should make your own assessment and seek professional advice. The warrants will not be offered to any US persons. spaces to play, connect and be active. Submission is open to all eligible pickleball court operators across Malaysia. CelcomDigi head of brand and marketing services Chan May Ling said pickleball has become one of the more popular active-lifestyle sports for many Malaysians, bringing people together through friendly play and shared ex periences. “For CelcomDigi, connectivity extends to bringing people together in meaningful ways by supporting the communities and shared communal spaces. This initiative goes beyond physical upgrades, it is about supporting court operators to continue delivering improved playing environments, while enabling more Malaysians to stay active, develop their skills, and enjoy the sport in spaces they feel comfortable returning to. Through this initiative, we aim to enhance the overall playing experience and support both court owners and players, contributing to a safer and more inclusive pickleball ecosystem.” Pickle Mines, located in Mines, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, is the first pickleball court to be awarded funding under this initiative.

From left: TrendAI Malaysia managing director Goh Chee Hoh; Young Yoong; MM Computer Systems sales account manager Leong Suet May, chief operating officer Wong Mei Ling and IT consultant Nes Ullysis Tiburcio Matias

isation, GLCs and enterprises are placing greater emphasis on resilient and scalable cybersecurity solutions. In this context, the Group is well positioned to support evolving client requirements within Malaysia’s digital economy.” The award complements MMCS’s broader corporate momentum as it progresses towards its ACE Market listing. The group recently entered into an underwriting agreement with Malacca Securities Sdn Bhd in relation to its proposed initial public offering. The exercise involves a public issue of 119 million new ordinary shares, representing about 20.99% of its enlarged issued share capital, alongside an offer for sale of 47.34 million existing shares, repre senting 8.35%.

Index (HSI) edged up 0.55% to 25,893.54. In the local warrants market, total warrants turnover declined 21.2% week-on-week to RM500 million. Oil related counters continued to dominate trading activity among Malaysia stock warrants, with Petronas Chemicals warrant, PCHEM-C1Z emerging as the top traded warrant, recording 127.3 million units changing hands. Hibiscus Petroleum’s warrant HIBISCS-C82, carrying an exercise price of RM2.08, also drew considerable investor interest with over 60 million units traded, placing both PChem and Hibiscus warrants among the week’s top performers. Meanwhile, Top Glove’s warrant, TOPGLOV-C5M, ranked as the fifth most actively traded warrant by volume, with 60.7 million units traded, as the company’s shares had surged 42.8% since March 2 to close at to grow. “As we move towards our public listing, our proven ability to deliver complex, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions remain a core differentiator. This recognition reinforces our position in the industry in supporting our clients with scalable and reliable cybersecurity solutions.” Meanwhile, the managing director and CEO of SCS Global Advisory (M) Sdn Bhd, Phua Yee Boon said, “The recognition from TrendAI reflects the group’s execu tion capabilities at a time when cybersecurity has become an increasingly critical priority across both the financial system as well as the broader corporate and enterprise sectors. “With heightened regulatory expectations and growing digital

Geopolitical tensions keep markets on edge as oil premiums hold firm

Overall top traded warrants by volume: Warrant Volume Issuer Exercise

Expiry date

name

(mil.) 149.9 127.3 109.0

level

HSI-CWOK PCHEM-C1Z HSI-CWOR HSI-PWPJ

Kenanga Maybank Macquarie Kenanga Kenanga

27,000

29 Apr 2026 29 May 2026 29 Apr 2026 29 Apr 2026 5 Oct 2026

4.88

28,000 24,000

91.6 60.7

TOPGLOV-C5M

0.88

the tentative Middle East ceasefire following Israel’s intensified strikes on Lebanon. Sentiment subsequently recovered, with HSI futures closing 0.8% higher on Friday at 25,923, supported by signs of a pickup in domestic inflation. In the HSI warrants space, investor sentiment appeared skewed to the upside, as call warrants HSI-CWOK and HSI-CWOR topped the HSI warrants trading board, recording 149.9 million

RM0.800 on April 10. On the global front, the HSI operated for only three trading days due to public holidays on April 6 and 7. HSI futures staged a strong relief rally on April 8 with a 3.4% surge to 25,948, buoyed by a two-week ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, which lifted global risk appetite and eased geopolitical concerns. However, a pullback ensued on April 9 as markets reassessed the durability of