Equities

We may see sideways trading with a slight upward bias

We see sideways trading with a slight downward bias with a dearth of catalysts to move the market higher.

The outlook for the telecommunications sector remains positive

We see sideways trading with a slight downward bias with a dearth of market movers

When the dust settles, Trump’s policy implementation will be financial-market watchers’ barometer

Overall market performance may reflect the earnings results of several index heavyweights

Reduced RRR will ease rate cuts’ interest-margin impact, as lower borrowing costs lift loan growth

Investors will continue to monitor more corporate earnings releases and key data results this week.

Strong asset expansion, recovery in non-interest income, and improved asset quality translated to higher return on equity.