The FBM KLCI index in Kuala Lumpur is experiencing a continued decline, closing at 1,706.77 points, influenced by ongoing uncertainties in the Middle East and a cautious outlook from investors as the domestic corporate earnings season nears its end. Notable declines were seen in major companies such as Nestle, which fell RM1.40 to RM94.40, IHH which slid nine sen to RM8.87, and Tenaga Nasional which decreased by 10 sen to RM14.36. Despite this, TA Securities noted a cautiously positive shift in global sentiment following a significant drop in crude oil prices. Investors are particularly focused on upcoming earnings from Malaysian banks to gauge domestic credit growth and consumer spending trends. The research firm anticipates that the index could trade firmer as regional sentiment improves. Additionally, technical indicators suggest that the recent pullback may lead to a Bullish Harami pattern, hinting at a possible near-term rebound in the benchmark index.