Glove maker Hartalega kicks off huge expansion as demand surges

More growth expected but Malaysian company's shares at risk of overvaluation

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Hartalega is the world's largest producer of synthetic rubber gloves, used mainly in the health care industry. (Photo by Keiichiro Asahara)

TSUBASA YODA, NQN staff writer

SINGAPORE -- Malaysian rubber-glove manufacturer Hartalega Holdings, a global industry leader, is on an aggressive expansion drive, increasing production capacity to capitalize on growing demand.

But while investors have been keen to get on board, there are concerns over just how long the high share price can last.

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