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MARKETS, NEWS & UPDATES
Weekly Market Insights (15-22 May 2026)
Global Markets Global markets were broadly positive, supported by strong earnings, technology sector momentum, and easing geopolitical risks, although regional differences persisted. Equities: US, European, and Japanese markets advanced, with the S&P 500 rising on strong corporate earnings and continued AI/technology momentum. Australia posted modest gains, supported by improving sentiment and expectations of a pause in interest rate hikes. Hong Kong declined, weighed down by
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Weekly Market Insights (24 April-01 May 2026)
Global Markets Global markets adopted a cautiously positive tone, with gains in US equities offset by mixed performances elsewhere as investors balanced strong corporate earnings, rising energy prices, and geopolitical risks. Equities: US markets advanced, with the S&P 500 rising as strong earnings supported sentiment despite ongoing Middle East tensions. Australian equities declined, weighed down by inflation concerns, global uncertainty, and weaker offshore signals. Europea
May 42 min read
Weekly Market Insights (17-24 April 2026)
Global Markets Global financial markets delivered mixed results, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tension, higher energy prices, and inflation concerns. Equities: US and Japanese markets advanced, supported by better sentiment around potential US–Iran dialogue and strong technology sector performance. The S&P 500 reached a new record high. Australian and European markets declined, weighed down by inflation fears, higher energy costs, and global political risks. Asian markets w
Apr 272 min read
Weekly Market Insights (10 - 17 April 2026)
Global Markets Global markets advanced overall, supported by easing US–Iran tensions and sharply lower oil prices, which boosted risk appetite and reduced inflation concerns. Equities: US markets surged, with the S&P 500 reaching new highs, led by technology stocks as falling oil prices and ceasefire optimism improved sentiment. European equities posted strong gains, supported by lower energy costs and broad‑based sector strength across financials, autos, and industrials. Asi
Apr 202 min read
Weekly Market Insights (02 - 10 April 2026)
Global Markets Global financial markets rallied strongly as easing US–Iran tensions boosted investor confidence, reduced geopolitical risk, and encouraged a rotation back into risk assets. Equities: US, European, Australian, and Asian markets posted strong gains, with the rally led by Japan and Australia. Improving ceasefire signals helped lift financials, technology, industrials, and travel stocks, while lower oil prices reduced inflation fears. Bonds: Bond markets were mixe
Apr 142 min read
Weekly Market Insights (27 March - 03 April 2026)
Global Markets Global markets improved as signs of easing Middle East tensions boosted risk appetite, reduced safe‑haven demand, and pushed bond yields lower. Equities: US and European markets rose strongly, led by gains in financials, industrials, and travel stocks following ceasefire signals between the US and Iran. Australian equities edged higher, supported by positive offshore leads. Asian markets were mixed, with Hong Kong gaining on improved sentiment while Japan decli
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Weekly Market Insights (20–27 March 2026)
Global Markets Global markets were mixed , driven largely by volatile oil prices and escalating Middle East tensions . Equities: US and Hong Kong markets declined , pressured by war concerns, rising oil prices later in the week, and increased geopolitical risk. Australia, Japan, and Europe posted gains , benefiting from lower oil prices earlier in the week, stronger mining stocks, and optimism around possible diplomatic talks. Bonds: US and Australian 10‑year bond yields rema
Mar 312 min read
Weekly Market Insights - 25 March 2026
Global Markets Global financial markets weakened broadly as higher energy prices, rising bond yields, persistent inflation, and geopolitical tensions weighed on investor sentiment. Equities: Major equity markets declined across all regions. US, European, Australian, and Asian markets all posted losses, with Australia and Europe recording the sharpest falls due to inflation concerns and pressure on mining and technology stocks. Bonds: Global 10‑year government bond yields r
Mar 252 min read
PNG Air Appoints Mr. Gheno Minia as Non-Executive Director
Release Date: 17 February 2026 The Board of PNG Air Limited announces that it has appointed Mr. Gheno Minia as a nonexecutive Director of the company on 22nd of December 2025. Mr. Minia, nominated by a new sophisticated shareholder of PNG Air- Pacific Balance Fund, has over 15 years of trustee services and fund management experience in the capital market in Papua New Guinea. Mr. Minia brings to the Board a distinctive financial expertise specifically in the establishment and
Feb 171 min read
Weekly Market Insights - 27 January 2026
Markets moved through the week in a measured and cautious tone, with steady activity across Papua New Guinea and mixed signals from global markets. While volatility remained contained locally, international sentiment softened as investors reassessed growth, policy direction, and risk exposure. Key Market Highlights PNG equities delivered a calm and balanced session, with trading activity spread across major counters and prices holding firm. The lack of sharp moves reflected s
Jan 272 min read
PNGX MARKET ANNOUNCEMENT - PNG Air Special Shareholders Meeting Results
summary of the key outcomes from the PNG Air Special Meeting of Shareholders held on Monday, 22 September 2025, as detailed in the...
Sep 22, 20251 min read
PNG Air Limited – Notice of Annual General Meeting
Announcement Notice from PNGX PNG Air Limited invites shareholders to attend its Annual General Meeting (AGM): Thursday, 31 July 2025 at...
Jul 18, 20251 min read
BPNG PUBLIC NOTICE - TRADING TIMES FOR EASTER PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 2025
MONEY MARKETS AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE MARKET 1. DOMESTIC FOREIGN EXCHANGE MARKET Trading Dates Value Dates Wednesday,16 April 2025 Tuesday,...
Apr 15, 20251 min read
CPL Group - FY24 - Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
Summary of the CPL Group FY24 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, along with references to the specific sections/pages where the...
Apr 8, 20253 min read
NGIP Agmark Limited (NGP) Declare 2024 Final Dividend – Strongest Results Buoyed by Strong Global Cocoa Prices.
NGP announced a K0.12 dividend for the financial period FY24. This follows strong operating results buoyed by improved cocoa prices and...
Mar 27, 20251 min read
Steamships (SST) to Pay K0.30 Dividend per Share
SST announced to pay K0.30 per share on the 25th of July 2025 with the record date set at 24th of April 2025. Please refer to the notice...
Mar 14, 20251 min read
Kina Securities Limited (KSL) - Solid Loan Growth and Other Fees Prop KSL Results for FY24
KSL reported an underlying profit of K111.9m up 7% from last year attributed to the strong loan book growth. Total assets have grown to...
Mar 14, 20251 min read
CPL Announces the Appointment of Ms. Flare Namaliu as Executive Director of CPL.
Ms. Namaliu's role would be to oversee the digitalisation strategy for the Group.
Mar 14, 20251 min read
Credit Corporation (CCP) - The Investment Portfolio Continues to Shine for CCP Leading a 95% Increase in Profits of K263.9m
The company reported a NPAT of K263.9m for FY24 up 95% in FY23. This was driven largely by an uplift in valuations form its investment...
Mar 14, 20251 min read
BSP - Chairman's Market Announcement - 2024 Full Year Results
February 19, 2025 BSP recorded a 17% increase from the prior year to K1.04bn NPAT. The result was largely driven by net operating income,...
Feb 19, 20251 min read
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