Bursa: Concerns of a prolonged consolidation phase

The local stock market took center stage as the FBM KLCI closed the week below the crucial 1,600 mark, raising concerns of a prolonged consolidation phase if an immediate rebound fails to materialize. Investors are now eyeing potential bargain-hunting opportunities, with the index expected to trend within the 1,595-1,605 range today.

Consolidation phase

Meanwhile, Wall Street ended lower amid growing concerns that the post-Trump rally may have lost momentum. Experts warn that the Republican control of both the House and Senate could backfire, further dampening sentiment as markets turn cautiously bullish.

Over in the bond market, the US 10-year yield remained high at 4.445% despite a recent 25-basis-point rate cut.

In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index closed flat after a volatile session. Traders remained unimpressed by China’s latest retail sales growth of 4.8% and the slower decline in home prices, which failed to uplift market sentiment.

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