The local stock market ended flat Tuesday, June 1 after a weak start as the listing of Monde Nissin’s shares failed to spark a rally. The main index shed 1.06 points or 0.02 percent to close at 6,627.43 as the Mining and Oil counter led the retreat while the Financials and Property sectors...
ONE FOR THE ROAD James Deakin Brace yourselves. The next phase of the digital revolution has just kicked into hyperdrive; the battle to decentralize money and power through technology has entered its next crucial phase and I can’t think of a more exciting time to be alive. I’m talking about...
The local stock market dropped after investors locked in gains from last week’s rally amid uncertainty whether quarantine measures will be eased or tightened. The main index lost 46.02 points or 0.69 percent to close at 6,628.49 with only the Financials sector mamaging to hold its ground. Volume...
Vice President and opposition leader Leni Robredo on Monday, May 31, took time to thank her office’s volunteers highlighting their valuable contribution in building the nation. Vice President Leni Robredo (Geric Cruz/Bloomberg) “This is also what we believe government must be - a center of...
After the unexpected surge in stock prices last week, investors will now be looking forward to the government’s decision on whether to further relax quarantine measures in the National Capital Region and surrounding provinces. “While maintaining MECQ (modified enhanced community quarantine) is...
The local stock market held its ground as investors remain optimistic and did not pocket substantial gains made in the past two days. The main index inched up 9.37 points or 0.14 percent to close at 6.674.51 as the Services and Property counters led gainers while the Holding Firms sector was the...
The local stock market followed the previous day’s jump with a stronger rally just before the MSCI rebalancing and over optimism fueled by the fiscal stimulus bill. The PSEi surged 323.90 points or 5.11 percent to close at 6,665.14 as all sectors advanced. Volume of trades also spiked, rising to...
From the standpoint of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the current COVID-19 pandemic is a “most opportune teachable moment.” Despite disrupting the rhythm and tempo of Filipinos’ daily lives, the acceleration of digital transformation has also fast-tracked their ability to comprehend...
The Philippine stock market jumped on the passage of the pandemic relief law and the start of month’s end window-dressing. The main index surged 144.53 points or 2.33 percent to close at 6,341.24 as share prices rose across the board. Volume also spike to 1.26 billion shares worth P13.09 billion...
The Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas (KMP) has batted for a P15,000-subsidy for farmers and fishermen following the approval the House of Representatives on second reading the proposed Bayanihan 3, the government's third economic stimulus package. In a statement, the KMP called out the House of...
Career shift FROM FA TO FA Jason Caro For most people in their 20s to early 30s, choosing a career path can be challenging. The phrase “follow your passion and you’ll never work a day in your life” is often thrown around but in reality, finding the right career is an anxiety-riddled path....
The local stock market bounced as investors took their cues from gains in overseas markets. The main index rose 31.82 points or 0.52 percent to close at 6,196.71 although sectoral indices were evenly mixed. Advancers were led by blue-chip Holding Firms while miners were the biggest decliners....
