Q3 earnings reports for U.S. stocks are in full swing, with several tech companies and chipmakers set to release their results this week. How to assess the market situation? Let’s take a look.
Which sectors are in favor?
FactSet indicates that the market expects the S&P 500's earnings growth rate to be 4.6% for the third quarter.
Among the 11 sectors of the S&P 500, eight are expected to see year-over-year earnings growth in Q3. Inform...

According to Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM), Malaysia's GDP for the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24) is estimated to grow by 5.3%, down from 5.9% in the previous quarter, with the construction sector expected to see a growth rate of up to19.5%.
In the second quarter of 2024, construction activity in Malaysia grew by 20.2% YOY, up from 14.2% in the first quarter, marking the ninth consecutive period of growth.
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Malaysia’s technology sector is a dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape, currently boasting a market capitalization of RM97.16 billion. This sector comprises 127 listed companies, reflecting a diverse range of sub-industries, including software development, hardware manufacturing, telecommunications, and digital services.
The government has actively promoted technology through initiatives like the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), aiming ...

Malaysia’s semiconductor, electrical, and electronics (E&E) industries are set to undergo transformative growth under the recently unveiled Budget 2025, which focuses on resilience and innovation.
Key initiatives include the Supply Chain Resilience Initiative and the New Investment Incentive Framework, both aimed at enhancing Malaysia’s standing in the global tech landscape. This budget demonstrates a strong com...