I expect a pretty good growth from HSBC.

The market is in a consolidation mode after recent gains. The rise in crude prices is also providing investors an excuse to sell.

Interest rate uncertainty and the fact that major blue chips have already announced results force a new correction on the market.

It makes sense for investors to take profits at this stage, as many stocks, especially the [mainland] equities, have jumped a lot this year.

Investors are hoping the 15,000 point level will hold. If the index breaks through that level, then the market may have further corrections. If it holds, then this means current market consolidation is a healthy one.

The market will move relatively sideways in the absence of any stimulus. There's a lack of trading theme.