Stock market investors will focus on a data-heavy week, with trading cues centered on the release of inflation and economic growth figures and the highly anticipated listing of Maynilad Water Services Inc. shares following its massive initial public offering (IPO). However, Philstocks Financial...
The research heads of local stock brokers Abacus Securities Corporation and COL Financial have slashed their year-end forecasts for the Philippine Stock Exchange’s benchmark index because foreign investors (hot money and direct investments) continue to stay away, while corporate earnings growth...
Cautious trading is expected to prevail at the Philippine stock market this week as investors await developments following the July 9 deadline for United States trade negotiations. “We may see cautious sentiment as global trade uncertainties may take center stage again. This is as the US’ trade...
With no major economic data scheduled for release this week, the local stock market is expected to remain weighed down by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran and the inflationary effects of its impact on oil prices. Philstocks Financial Research Manager Japhet Tantiangco said the local...