Business News
Trump 2.0: A Silver Lining for Asian Markets?
Rakuten Trade anticipates another volatile year for foreign fund movements, largely dictated by the extent of Trump’s policy decisions.
Category: Wall Street
Analyst Report
Sentiment may improve following Wall Street’s rebound
Sentiment may improve today following Wall Street’s rebound, though gains could be limited by ongoing uncertainties.
Business News
Investors cautious ahead of US inflation report
Investors are cautious ahead of the US inflation report, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s next move.
Business News
Market Outlook: Optimism over a compromise on Trump’s tariffs is fuelling recovery
Short-lived gains expected: The index faces stiff resistance at 1,570, with recovery likely tempered by profit-taking and foreign fund outflows. Compromise Market drivers: Optimism…
Analyst Report
A shift of funds from US equities to Asian markets is expected
A shift of funds from US equities to Asian markets is expected due to a better risk/reward ratio. The index is anticipated to trade…
Bursa Malaysia
FBM KLCI Performance: Sellimg pressure
Selling could be tied to uncertainty around Trump’s return on Jan 20
FBM KLCI
Market Summary: Heightened market volatility is anticipated in 2025
Looking into 2025, heightened market volatility is anticipated, driven by uncertainties surrounding geopolitical risks, Trump’s second term, and the Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory.
Business News
Global Market Summary: The Dow fell 1.0%
The Dow fell 1.0%, the S&P 500 declined 1.1%, and the Nasdaq dropped 1.2%.
Business News
Benchmark index to hover within the 1,630- 1,640 range
As such, we anticipate the benchmark index to hover within the 1,630- 1,640 range today,” says Rakuten Trade
Business News
Tech Titans Lead 2024 Market Surge: Nvidia, Meta, and TSMC Outperform
Tech titans soared in 2024 with Nvidia, Meta, TSMC leading. AI, semiconductors fueled gains, Amazon, Google also advanced.
Analyst Report
Stock Market: A Santa Claus Rally
However, despite a Santa Claus rally, uncertainties remain for 2025 due to tighter global financial conditions, higher interest rates, and a stronger US dollar.
Bursa Malaysia
The technology sector may see gains
The technology sector may see gains, reflecting Nasdaq's recent positive performance. Additionally, the removal of the 85% demand capacity cap under the SelCo programme
Bursa Malaysia
Lower trading activity is expected
Lower trading activity is expected, especially in lower-liner stocks, while foreign funds may continue selling due to a stronger USD prompted by slower US…
Business News
Funds are likely to continue rotating into smaller-cap stocks
Funds are likely to continue rotating into smaller-cap stocks. Investors are expected to trade cautiously ahead of the US CPI data, which could provide…
Stocks and Markets
Corporate earnings anticipation boost
Wall Street rose as investors await tight election results, with U.S. 10-year yield dipping ahead of Fed’s decision.
Business News
Prospects of FED rate cut looms over markets
Markets may trade cautiously as investors await the U.S. election outcome, a potential FED rate cut, and stable Malaysian OPR.