MUI shares rise after CEO appointment
Shares in Malayan United Industries Bhd (MUI) gained 2.3% in early trade Monday as investors welcomed the news that Tan Sri Khoo Kay Peng’s son will take over as chief executive. The counter rose 2.38%, or 0.5 sen to 21.5 sen with over 3.5 million shares traded. It has gained more than 79% year-to-date. Last…