Kuala lumpur: KPJ Healthcare Bhd's net profit for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, increased to RM69.6 million from RM57.1 million during the same period last year. Revenue for the quarter also saw a growth of nine per cent, reaching RM1.05 billion compared to RM967 million previously.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the company attributed its improved performance to a higher number of patient visits and surgeries performed during the financial period. KPJ Healthcare noted that it anticipates the external environment to remain fluid due to ongoing geopolitical tensions. The company stated it has not observed any material direct impacts on the group thus far, but it will continue to monitor developments closely and implement mitigating actions if necessary.

Aligning with Bank Negara Malaysia's projection of GDP growth between four and five per cent this year, fueled by domestic demand and exports, KPJ Healthcare highlighted that the Ministry of Health's decision to delay the implementation of the Diagnosis Related Group system to 2027 provides clarity for a smoother transition. Moreover, the group announced an interim single-tier dividend of one sen per share for the financial year ending December 31, 2026, amounting to RM44.3 million. This dividend is scheduled for payment on July 17, 2026, to shareholders registered by the close of business on June 23, 2026.