The local stock market benchmark ended marginally lower again as investors wait for the release of Philippine inflation numbers for November. The main index inched down by 4.25 points or 0.06 percent to close at 6,729.96 although only Conglomerates and Miners were in the red. Volume rose to 494...
The PSEi dipped as investors continue to wait for cues from the upcoming release of economic data this week. The main index shed 8.68 points or 0.13 points to close at 6,734.21 as Conglomerates led the decline while the Services and Mining counters advanced. A total of 492 million shares worth...
The local stock market is expected to move sideways this week as stocks are at bargain levels, but negative sentiment ahead of inflation data could still impact prices. “With the market at attractive levels, we may see some instances of bargain hunting. However, we expect lingering concerns to...
Share prices plunged again as the market remains volatile, this time as investors worry about the plan of incoming US President Donald Trump to slap fresh tariffs on imports. The main index fell 104.27 points or 1.53 percent to close at 6,702.59 with Conglomerates suffering the biggest loss. Volume...
The local stock market remains bearish as its rally last week was seen as just a dead cat bounce, not based on a change in sentiment. “Inflationary pressure and geopolitical risks are starting to permeate global markets more deeply; central banks are becoming less aggressive on previously...
President Marcos has handed over P50-million financial assistance to farmers and fisherfolk in Pangasinan following the devastation brought by the series of typhoons in the province. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. leads the distribution of cash assistance to farmers and fisherfolk...
The local stock market dropped on concern over the weaker peso and the escalation of the war between Russia and Ukraine. The main index fell 82.88 points or 1.21 percent to close at 6,780.13 with Conglomerates leading the retreat while Miners bucked the trend. Volume fell to 605 million shares...
Gen Z in developing Asian countries, including the Philippines, are as confident in their financial expertise as Millennials and Gen X, showing greater ambition and a strong desire to climb the socioeconomic ladder, a new survey revealed. “Zoomers [Gen Z] are equally likely to consider themselves...
The PSEi continues to rally following last week’s steep dive and is now close to the 7,000 level as the central bank said its rate cut plan is unchanged while investors are more upbeat now with US-Philippine relations under incoming President Trump. The main index surged by 172.44 points or 2.53...
(MANILA BULLETIN) The House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading House Bill (HB) No. 10914, or the “Free OFW Financial Education Act", in a bid to further its commitment to protect and "empower modern-day heroes"--the overseas...
The PSEi has risen back to the 6,800 level as investors continue picking up bargains while digesting last week’s corporate results. The main index added 41.84 points or 0.62 percent to close at 6,803.19 with the Services sector leading the advance while Conglomerates lagged behind. Volume dipped...
Local share prices rose further as investors continued to pick up bargains. The main index added 84.70 points or 1.27 percent to close at 6,761.35 as Conglomerates led the advance while Industrials, Services, and Miners declined. Volume was firm at 696 million shares worth P5.78 billion as...
