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Malaysia Technology Sector Summary (2026F Outlook)

Core Content

The Malaysia Technology sector is expected to see improved revenue growth and margin expansion in 2026F, driven by key themes such as AI, advanced packaging, data centers, and geographical diversification. Companies are also focusing on new customer onboarding, cost optimization, and M&A opportunities to enhance their competitive position and expand into new business segments.

Key Themes and Opportunities

• AI and Advanced Packaging: AI demand is expected to continue driving growth, with companies focusing on AI integration and advanced packaging solutions.
• Geographical Diversification: Companies are diversifying their manufacturing footprints to meet customer needs and enter new markets.
• Customer Onboarding: Leveraging global supply chain reallocation, especially under the China+1 and Taiwan+1 themes, is a key growth strategy.
• M&A Activities: Companies are exploring M&A opportunities to accelerate expansion into new business segments and improve operational efficiency.
• Automation and Cost Optimization: Amidst macroeconomic uncertainties and FX volatility, automation is seen as a critical tool for reducing labor dependence and improving profitability.

Company Highlights

OSAT Segment

• Inari Amertron (INRI MK, Buy):

  • Expected to see a marginal drop in RF segment due to competition from direct customers.
  • Aggressive cost control and expansion in datacom photonics, silicon carbide power management, and memory segments.
  • Aiming to complete the acquisition of Lumileds by March 2026 and explore other M&A opportunities.

• D&O Green Technologies (DOGT MK, Neutral):

  • Operations have returned to the black, with inventory impairment completed in 3Q25.
  • Cautious on the pace of automotive demand recovery due to global EV market slowdown.

SPE Segment

• Pentamaster (PENT MK, Buy):

  • Working on nine equipment offerings for advanced packaging.
  • Maiden contribution expected in 2026E, with a MYR100mn revenue target for 2027E.

• Greatech (GREATEC MK, Buy):

  • Secured MYR470mn in new projects for 2025E, with a MYR1.5bn target for 2026E.
  • Aggressive strategy to penetrate into data center, medical, and semi segments.

• Vitrox (VITRO MK, Reduce):

  • Focused on strengthening AI product offerings, which currently make up 30-40% of revenue.
  • Expected to see some revenue growth but with a reduced rating due to uncertainties.

• MI Technovation (MI MK, Neutral):

  • Diversifying equipment offerings with vision inspection, laser bonding, and known-good-die testing.
  • Developing in-house alloys for materials division and aiming for mass production of power module design by 4Q26E.

EMS Segment

• UMS Integration (UMSINT MK, Buy):

  • Capitalizing on a new front-end customer shifting operations to Asia.
  • Expected to add ~100 new parts by end-2026E, contributing SGD20mn pa in revenue.

• VS Industry (VSI MK, Neutral):

  • Focusing on operations in the Philippines to achieve breakeven and onboarding new customers.
  • Revenue potential of >MYR500mn from at least one new major customer.

• Notion VTEC (NVB MK, Neutral):

  • Expecting growth in data storage segment due to strong global demand from data centers.
  • Commissioning three new components from the premium home appliance customer for 2026E.

• JHM Consolidation (JHMC MK, Neutral):

  • Earnings reflection point in 3Q25, with operations returning to the black.
  • Expected to continue positive momentum in 2026F driven by new projects in automotive and industrial segments.

Value-Added Services

• Frontken (FRCB MK, Buy):
  • Optimizing production floor space to support growth in its Taiwan and Singapore facilities.
  • Focused on advanced nodes, which offer better margins and higher ASPs.
  • Considering potential acquisitions and joint ventures with US-based entities.

FX Exposure and Management Strategies

• The MYR has strengthened against USD, causing FX losses for export-oriented companies.
• Companies are adopting strategies such as:
  • Locking in forex forward contracts.
  • Increasing USD-denominated procurements.
  • Natural hedging to mitigate FX impact.

Minimum Wage and EPF Requirements

• Minimum wage in Malaysia increased to MYR1,700 per month in 2025, with a 2% EPF contribution for foreign workers.
• While this may increase labor costs, companies are expected to increase automation to offset the impact.

India Technology/Services Sector Outlook

AI-Related Opportunities

• The IT services sector is expected to benefit from AI adoption over the next 12-18 months.
• Companies are investing in internal AI transformation, AI-driven service lines, and ecosystem partnerships.

Key Companies and Strategies

• Infosys:

  • AI-first culture, AI amplification for employees, and development of strategic frameworks like services.ai and client.ai.
  • Strong AI initiatives with a focus on enterprise-wide impact and avoiding vendor lock-in through poly AI models.

• Cognizant (CTSH):

  • AI fluency across 350,000 associates and AI-generated code for productivity.
  • Three vectors for AI builder strategy: productivity transformation, enterprise-grade AI systems, and agentifying the enterprise.

• HCL Tech:

  • Developing proprietary IPs to accelerate AI adoption for clients.
  • Expanding AI-led services and strengthening AI partnerships across the technology stack.

• TechM:

  • TechM Orion platform enables faster AI deployment with control and transparency.
  • TechM Orion Marketplace offers a robust ecosystem of AI agents.

• LTI Mindtree:

  • BlueVerse platform for AI, including AI Advisory, AI Foundry, and Agent Marketplace.
  • Internal AI adoption across 62 initiatives and early use of Microsoft Security Copilot.

• Coforge:

  • Platforms like Code Insight AI and ForgeX are driving AI integration.
  • Proprietary Quasar AI platform supports agentic AI and secure data processing.

• LTTS:

  • AI-first delivery model with platforms like Qguard.ai and FusionWorld.ai.
  • Early monetization from AI solutions, with a goal to increase license revenue to 5% of trailing 12-month revenue.

• Indegene:

  • Building GenAI applications in the medical sector with a platform-based approach.
  • Expanding consulting, data, and technology capabilities in the U.S. and Europe.

• IKS:

  • Launched the industry's first "encounter-to-reimbursement" agentic platform.
  • Focused on clinical documentation, financial clearance, and data unlocking.

Valuation and Earnings Growth

• Valuations for the sector are considered attractive, but selective investment is advised.
• Companies with faster revenue growth are likely to be rewarded by investors.
• Our proprietary database shows stable revenue growth for G2000 companies in 2026E, with potential for margin expansion.

Summary of Ratings and Upside