KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 21): KPJ Healthcare Bhd (KL:KPJ) posted a 9.2% rise in net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3QFY2025), boosted by higher patient visits and expanded bed capacity.

The group reported a net profit of RM93.91 million for the quarter in review, up from RM86.03 million a year earlier, supported by stronger revenue.

In its filing with the bourse, KPJ Healthcare said the Ministry of Health’s delay of the DRG hospital payment system to 2027 gives more clarity for a smoother transition. The rollout of basic medical and health takaful insurance is also set for 2027.

The group said it remains cautiously optimistic for FY2025, supported by asset optimisation, capacity expansion and efficiency improvements.

Quarterly revenue climbed to a record RM1.12 billion, up 8.6% from RM1.03 billion in 3QFY2024. 

The group declared a dividend of 1.23 sen per share for the quarter. The dividend is payable on Dec 23, bringing the payout for the year to 4.23 sen, compared with 4.15 sen the year before.

The Malaysia segment, which contributes 99% of the group’s total revenue, contributed 8% more revenue, while the others segment was up 27% for the quarter.

For the nine months ended Sept 30, net profit was broadly flat at RM233.03 million, while revenue rose 8.8% to RM3.11 billion from RM2.85 billion previously.

By Friday’s close, shares in KPJ were down four sen or 1.4% at RM2.73, valuing the group at RM12.36 billion. Year to date, the stock has gained 12.3%.