PETRONAS Chemicals may unlock values with potential Pengerang divestment
PETRONAS Chemicals Group is considering the divestment of its 50% stake in the Pengerang joint venture to improve earnings and reduce forex exposure. Analysts have upgraded the stock, viewing the potential sale as a catalyst for value creation.
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BURSA SGX Home Stock Focus Make The Edge Malaysia your preferred source on Google KUALA LUMPUR (June 29): A potential sale by PETRONAS Chemicals Group Bhd (KL: PCHEM ) of its 50% stake in the Pengerang joint venture could eliminate a major earnings drag and further unlock value, said Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB).
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