A weaker local currency and lower oil ease concern about earnings at exporters. |
An end to the interest rate increases will support demand from the U.S., helping shares of exporters. |
Brokerage firms will benefit from the regulatory changes as they sell more diversified products. |
Corporate earnings will take a hit, which is weighing on investor sentiment. Exporters, especially technology stocks, will be most affected. |
Corporate earnings will take a hit. Exporters, especially technology stocks, will be most affected. |
Higher oil prices continue to pose threats to the stock market. Weaker consumer sentiment raises concern about a slowdown in the U.S. economy. |
Samsung can continue to generate profit growth and earnings this quarter will be positive. The outlook this year is favorable. |
Samsung can continue to generate profit growth, and earnings this quarter will be positive. |
The high oil price can't be ignored and it is starting to have a negative impact on consumption in the U.S.. Oil will remain the biggest risk for the stock market. |
The Icahn side will likely bring the offer to shareholders with a higher price tag after next month's shareholder meeting. |
The outlook on the steel industry is not that positive with increased production from China and price declines. |
The regulation changes will help them find new ways to keep generating revenue growth in the long term. |
The rise of the Chinese yards is definitely a risk factor for Korean shipbuilders. Competition is increasing. |
Unlike last year, only a few big stocks are likely to lead the market in 2006, so it will be tough to select the ones that outperform. |