The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rallied by almost 200 points on Monday, Nov. 17, as the two-day protest action against corruption turned out to be peaceful, contrary to what some fearmongers had predicted. The main index surged 194.77 points, or 3.49 percent, to close at 5,779.12. Banks...
Investor sentiment in the country has deteriorated, with bears continuing to pull down the benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) to lows last recorded during the pandemic. “This week, the local market is still seen to have a bearish default. The bourse could move down further as...
The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) plunged on Friday, Nov. 14, as initially positive sentiment reversed after corruption allegations were hurled against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. by former legislator Zaldy Co. The main index plummeted by 142.64 points, or 2.49 percent, to close at...
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) rose further as investors picked up cheaper stocks following the end of the United States government shutdown and speculation of a possible rate cut. The main index added 12.97 points, or 0.23 percent, to close at 5,726.99 on Thursday, Nov. 13. Miners and...
The Philippines is currently ranked as the country most at risk from natural climate threats, according to the World Economic Forum’s 2024-2025 Global Perception Survey. This ranking is based on three critical indicators: exposure to climate-related hazards, population susceptibility, and a lack...
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) extended its downward spiral, as mixed corporate results failed to lift investor sentiment. On Tuesday, Nov. 11, the main index fell 73.57 points, or 1.29 percent, to close at 5,629.07. The decline was led by the Banks sector, while Services bucked the...
“Democracy fails not when people vote wrongly, but when they vote without understanding.” In recent weeks, major business groups, including the Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX), have been issuing statements calling for greater transparency and public accountability in...
Cautious trading is expected in the local stock market this week as investors continue to weigh the impact of the lower-than-expected economic growth pace announced last week, though foreign direct investments and corporate earnings reports could spur bouts of bargain hunting. “For next week, the...
Maynilad Water Services Inc.’s initial public offering (IPO) failed to buoy the market as the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) plunged to its lowest level in almost five years on Friday, Nov. 7, after the economy grew at a slower-than-expected pace. The benchmark index fell by 76.22 points,...
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) rose, recouping losses in thin trading as positive corporate earnings buoyed sentiment. The main index gained 17.53 points, or 0.30 percent, to close at 5,835.59 on Thursday, Nov. 6. Miners led the advance while the Industrial sector lagged. Volume was...
The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) continued its slide, dropping 48.98 points or 0.83 percent to close at 5,818.06 on Wednesday, Nov. 5, driven by persistent investor anxiety that the third-quarter economic growth will fall short of the government’s target. The main index’s retreat...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso on Wednesday, Nov. 5, approved the allocation of P1 million financial aid for the people of Cebu that were affected by Typhoon Tino, as he called on Manileños to also help in the ongoing relief efforts and pray for the province. Domagoso made the...
