Weekly Market Insights (29 May-05 June 2026)

Jun 8
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Global Markets

Global markets weakened overall, impacted by rising US Treasury yields, strong economic data, and a global semiconductor sell‑off, while Asia showed mixed performance.

Equities:
- US, European, and Australian markets declined, dragged down by higher yields and technology sector weakness.
- Asian markets were mixed, with Japan posting modest gains while Hong Kong declined due to cautious sentiment and tech weakness.
Bonds:
- Global bond yields declined (US, UK, Australia, China), reflecting easing inflation pressures despite ongoing rate‑hike concerns.
Currencies:
- The US dollar strengthened, supported by strong economic data and safe‑haven demand.
- The Australian dollar, euro, and yuan weakened, reflecting cautious sentiment and global risks.

Commodities

Commodity markets were mixed and volatile, with divergent movements across sectors.

Metals declined, with gold, copper, and aluminium falling due to stronger US data and tighter monetary policy expectations.
Energy markets were stronger, with oil and coal rising, supported by supply concerns and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.
Soft commodities showed sharp divergence, with coffee surging significantly (~30%), while cocoa declined on demand and supply dynamics.

PNG Local Market

PNG markets remained steady with moderate activity, though trading continued to be concentrated in a few key stocks.

Stock Market:
- Total turnover reached about K8.89 million, with roughly 1.55 million shares traded.
- BSP continued to dominate, contributing around K5.6 million in trade value.
- Price performance was generally positive but modest, with:
  - KSL (+6.9%) and PLC (+6.09%) leading gains
  - BSP and STO recording smaller increases
  - CPL unchanged
- Trading volumes remained concentrated in PLC and KSL, highlighting continued reliance on a few active counters.
Corporate Updates:
- PNG Air improved financial performance, reducing losses significantly and increasing revenue.
- Multiple MRDC board reappointments reflected strong shareholder confidence and governance continuity.

Treasury Bills

Treasury bill issuance totalled K370 million, with the majority allocated to 364‑day securities, reinforcing preference for longer maturities.
Short‑term yields eased, while longer‑term rates remained stable, indicating balanced market conditions.
Strong and steady demand supported liquidity, with maturing bills closely matching new issuance.

Overall Takeaway

Global markets faced pressure from higher yields, strong US data, and technology sector weakness, even as bond yields eased and energy prices rose. In PNG, markets remained stable with moderate activity and concentrated trading, while strong treasury bill demand and stable yields continued to reflect solid liquidity and ongoing investor confidence.

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