The FBM KLCI maintained its upward trajectory during the early session, with gains seen in more than two-thirds of the blue-chip counters.
By the mid-session break, the key index had risen 6.22 points to 1,628.31, putting it on track for its highest close since March 2021.
The broader market also reflected positive sentiment, with 679 gainers compared to 440 decliners and 480 unchanged.
