The gaming firm also declared a first interim dividend of 4 sen per share for the financial year ending April 30, 2017 (FY17), payable on Oct 18. This amounts to RM53.9 million, representing 91.8% of the group's net profit for 1QFY17. Owen's pre-tax profit for 1QFY17 fell to RM6.9 million from RM10.9 million in 1QFY16 due to higher operating expenses. "In spite of these, the directors expect the group to maintain its market share in the NFO business. BToto shares closed down 7 sen or 2.06% at RM3.32 today, bringing a market capitalisation of RM4.48 billion.

Source: The Edge Markets September 19, 2016 11:37 UTC