The benchmark index rose to 1,611.81 points at the closing bell. PetChem was among the top gainers today, rising by 6.78% or 53 sen to RM8.35, with a market value of RM66.8 billion. Meanwhile, shares in GenM closed 4.05% or 12 sen higher at RM3.08, valuing it at RM18.29 billion with Axiata finishing the trading day 4.08% or 14 sen higher at RM3.57, translating into a market valuation of RM32.74 billion. In a note today, TA Securities Research said the technical trend and momentum indicators for the FBM KLCI have improved significantly following last week’s rebound. “With economic recovery plays gaining traction on reopening optimism, sectors deemed to benefit most from reopening of the domestic economy such as banking, gaming, property, oil and gas, and transportation should continue to perform well.