Doha, March 26 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index ended the week's trading down by 1.28 percent, losing 131.83 points, falling to 10,160 points, pressured by the negative performance of five sectors, particularly the transportation sector, which recorded the largest losses at 4.76 percent.

In this context, financial market analyst Mubarak Al Tamimi told Qatar News Agency (QNA) that the QSE's general index continues its movements within a fluctuating downward trend, amid pressures related to geopolitical developments. He noted that the market is approaching important technical levels that may constitute a turning point in the coming period.

The financial analyst indicated that the 9,732-point level represents an expected rebound zone, which may push the index to catch its breath and gradually return to the upward path, recalling what happened in 2024 when the index hit a low of 9,175 points before witnessing a remarkable recovery.

He added that the current fluctuation does not reflect a weakness in the market fundamentals as much as it reflects a state of anticipation and caution among investors, as a result of regional conditions. He emphasized that such periods often create quality opportunities for those who are good at reading the market.

Al Tamimi pointed out that access to nearby support areas represents an opportunity to gradually build investment centers, especially for investors who have liquidity, urging for patience and not rushing into decisions.

Conversely, he warned against engaging in short-term speculation using margin financing, given the high level of risk under the current volatility, which could lead to rapid losses for non-professionals.

He stressed that the anticipated first-quarter results of QSE listed companies will be a crucial factor in guiding the market, as they are expected to restore momentum to stocks that are achieving profit growth, especially leading companies with strong operational performance.

He added that investors are awaiting these results to assess their positions, with the possibility of increased demand for stocks that show stable earnings and a good history of dividends.

He noted that the current stage favors investment strategies based on returns, by buying shares of companies that have regular dividend distributions, and holding them to benefit from semi-annual distributions.

He concluded his remarks by emphasizing that the QSE remains supported by strong economic fundamentals, and that the current declines represent a temporary phase within the market cycle, expecting the market to gradually regain its balance as the surrounding conditions improve and investor confidence returns. (QNA)