Stock Market Index Analysis Rationale from Algeria and Malaysia

This book looks at the relationship between Algeria’s Dzair Index and Malaysia’s KLCI Index from 2010 to 2023. It employs Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression and content analysis to ascertain whether Malaysia’s more developed financial market influences Algeria’s underdeveloped stock market. The study discovered a weak inverse relationship, implying that Algeria’s market is heavily influenced by domestic economic conditions, specifically its reliance on hydrocarbons and regulatory constraints. The book emphasizes Algeria’s need to diversify its economy, increase market transparency, and attract foreign investment to strengthen its financial sector. It provides policy recommendations and discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the Algerian stock market and the success factor of Malaysia stock market.