Profits of steel companies likely to remain depressed due to higher input cost, economic slowdown, rate hike

Developing nations, however, not in a hurry to adapt to technological change

In a high interest rate scenario, stock market provides vital avenue to raise capital to fuel business and job growth

Compliance with IMO 2020 convention will involve significant costs for refining, shipping industries

They need willingness from management, combination of carrot and stick from regulator

Low crude prices provide govt fiscal space, allow it to go easy on monetary tightening

Investment may flow out of equity market to safer avenues

Despite GSP Plus status, textile exports to eurozone have not increased significantly

Investors who buy when everyone is selling will enjoy long-term benefits

Experts and PSX can bring locals on board through awareness campaigns