THE benchmark index bounced back from a four-day losing run on bargain hunting and also lifted by renewed optimism over peace talks between the United States and Iran.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.46% or 27.3 points to close at 5,920.70 on Thursday, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.12% or 4.03 points to end at 3,335.85.
\n\u201cThe local market ended higher after four straight days of decline as selective bargain hunting emerged among investors. However, market participants still looked to remain engaged in short-term positions amid cautious sentiment. Gains were trimmed in the afternoon session as selling pressure resurfaced, limiting the market\u2019s upside,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe local market rose taking cues from Wall Street\u2019s rally overnight. US President Donald J. Trump\u2019s statement saying that the US and Iran are already on the final stages of negotiation sparked hopes that a peace deal would be coming soon,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nIran said on Thursday it was reviewing Washington\u2019s latest position on ending the war after Mr. Trump suggested he was prepared to wait a few days to \u201cget the right answers\u201d from Tehran but warned of renewed attacks if it did not agree to a deal, Reuters reported.
\nSix weeks since a fragile ceasefire came into force, talks to end the war have shown little progress, while soaring oil prices have raised concern over inflation and the impact on the global economy.
\nIran submitted its latest offer to the US this week. Tehran\u2019s descriptions suggest it largely repeats terms Mr. Trump previously rejected, including demands for control of the Strait of Hormuz, compensation for war damage, lifting of sanctions, release of frozen assets and the withdrawal of US troops.
\nBack home, most sector counters closed higher on Thursday. Services jumped by 1.22% or 36.68 points to 3,027.05; mining and oil increased by 0.56% or 99.86 points to 17,658.63; holding firms went up by 0.41% or 17.99 points to 4,390.3; property climbed by 0.2% or 3.89 points to 1,915.02; and financials rose by 0.2% or 3.51 points to 1,762.14.
\nMeanwhile, industrials fell by 0.61% or 52.61 points to 8,524.78.
\nDecliners beat advancers, 99 to 69, while 65 names were unchanged.
\n\u201cBank of the Philippine Islands was the day\u2019s index leader, climbing 2.76% to P89.50. Monde Nissin Corp. was the main index laggard, falling 3.66% to P6.84,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.
\nValue turnover went up to P6.58 billion on Thursday with 1.03 billion shares traded from the P5.67 billion with 1.24 billion issues that changed hands on Wednesday.
\nNet foreign selling increased to P190.76 million from P115.32 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "THE benchmark index bounced back from a four-day losing run on bargain hunting and also lifted by renewed optimism over peace talks between the United States and Iran.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.46% or 27.3 points to close at 5,920.70 on Thursday, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.12% or 4.03 points to end at 3,335.85.\n\u201cThe local market ended higher after four straight days of decline as selective bargain hunting emerged among investors. However, market participants still looked to remain engaged in short-term positions amid cautious sentiment. Gains were trimmed in the afternoon session as selling pressure resurfaced, limiting the market\u2019s upside,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe local market rose taking cues from Wall Street\u2019s rally overnight. US President Donald J. Trump\u2019s statement saying that the US and Iran are already on the final stages of negotiation sparked hopes that a peace deal would be coming soon,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\nIran said on Thursday it was reviewing Washington\u2019s latest position on ending the war after Mr. Trump suggested he was prepared to wait a few days to \u201cget the right answers\u201d from Tehran but warned of renewed attacks if it did not agree to a deal, Reuters reported.\nSix weeks since a fragile ceasefire came into force, talks to end the war have shown little progress, while soaring oil prices have raised concern over inflation and the impact on the global economy.\nIran submitted its latest offer to the US this week. Tehran\u2019s descriptions suggest it largely repeats terms Mr. Trump previously rejected, including demands for control of the Strait of Hormuz, compensation for war damage, lifting of sanctions, release of frozen assets and the withdrawal of US troops.\nBack home, most sector counters closed higher on Thursday. Services jumped by 1.22% or 36.68 points to 3,027.05; mining and oil increased by 0.56% or 99.86 points to 17,658.63; holding firms went up by 0.41% or 17.99 points to 4,390.3; property climbed by 0.2% or 3.89 points to 1,915.02; and financials rose by 0.2% or 3.51 points to 1,762.14.\nMeanwhile, industrials fell by 0.61% or 52.61 points to 8,524.78.\nDecliners beat advancers, 99 to 69, while 65 names were unchanged.\n\u201cBank of the Philippine Islands was the day\u2019s index leader, climbing 2.76% to P89.50. Monde Nissin Corp. was the main index laggard, falling 3.66% to P6.84,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.\nValue turnover went up to P6.58 billion on Thursday with 1.03 billion shares traded from the P5.67 billion with 1.24 billion issues that changed hands on Wednesday.\nNet foreign selling increased to P190.76 million from P115.32 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-05-21T21:00:21+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-21T18:36:08+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PSE.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750992", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/20/750992/stocks-extend-losses-as-market-weighs-war-risks/", "title": "Stocks extend losses as market weighs war risks", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS declined for the fourth straight day on Wednesday as concerns over the economic impact of the Middle East war kept investors gloomy.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) slipped by 0.05% or 3.4 points to close at 5,893.40, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.22% or 7.67 points to end at 3,339.88.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in nearly three weeks or since it closed at 5,833.64 on April 30.
\n\u201cThe local market ended flat as investors stayed cautious after President Marcos flagged risks of stagflation amid lingering economic pressures. Concerns over higher oil prices caused by global supply chain disruptions continued to weigh on sentiment, raising worries about sustained inflation and slower growth,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe local market\u2019s sideways movement ended in the negative territory, taking cues from Wall Street\u2019s overnight decline. This comes following the rise in the US long term treasury yields. Lingering concerns including the elevated global oil prices, weak local currency, and stagflation risks also weighed on investor sentiment,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nPresident Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Monday said the country could face stagflation due to the prolonged Iran conflict as it slows economic growth and pushes up inflation.
\nHeadline inflation quickened to a near three-year high of 7.2% in April from 4.1% in March due to soaring fuel prices. This was the fastest print since 7.6% in March 2023.
\nMeanwhile, gross domestic product (GDP) grew by just 2.8% in the first quarter, slowing from the 5.4% expansion in the same quarter last year and the revised 3% GDP growth in the fourth quarter of 2025. The government blamed the slump on the economic fallout from a corruption scandal and the situation in the Middle East.
\nSectoral indices closed mixed on Wednesday. Services rose by 0.32% or 9.72 points to 2,990.37; property increased by 0.17% or 3.36 points to 1,911.13; and holding firms went up by 0.09% or 4.05 points to 4,372.31.
\nMeanwhile, industrials declined by 0.79% or 68.70 points to 8,577.39; financials dropped by 0.56% or 9.99 points to 1,758.63; and mining and oil went down by 0.32% or 58.04 points to 17,558.77.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 111 to 74, while 59 names were unchanged.
\n\u201cAyala Land, Inc. was the day\u2019s top index gainer, climbing 1.76% to P15. ACEN Corp. was the main index laggard, falling 4.62% to P3.10,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.
\nValue turnover went up to P5.67 billion on Wednesday with 1.24 billion shares traded from the P5.36 billion with 1.21 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.
\n\u201cTrading remained subdued as investors held back ahead of clearer policy direction and upcoming economic data,\u201d Mr. Limlingan said.
\nNet foreign selling decreased to P115.32 million from P680.04 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS declined for the fourth straight day on Wednesday as concerns over the economic impact of the Middle East war kept investors gloomy.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) slipped by 0.05% or 3.4 points to close at 5,893.40, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.22% or 7.67 points to end at 3,339.88.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in nearly three weeks or since it closed at 5,833.64 on April 30.\n\u201cThe local market ended flat as investors stayed cautious after President Marcos flagged risks of stagflation amid lingering economic pressures. Concerns over higher oil prices caused by global supply chain disruptions continued to weigh on sentiment, raising worries about sustained inflation and slower growth,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe local market\u2019s sideways movement ended in the negative territory, taking cues from Wall Street\u2019s overnight decline. This comes following the rise in the US long term treasury yields. Lingering concerns including the elevated global oil prices, weak local currency, and stagflation risks also weighed on investor sentiment,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \nPresident Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Monday said the country could face stagflation due to the prolonged Iran conflict as it slows economic growth and pushes up inflation.\nHeadline inflation quickened to a near three-year high of 7.2% in April from 4.1% in March due to soaring fuel prices. This was the fastest print since 7.6% in March 2023.\nMeanwhile, gross domestic product (GDP) grew by just 2.8% in the first quarter, slowing from the 5.4% expansion in the same quarter last year and the revised 3% GDP growth in the fourth quarter of 2025. The government blamed the slump on the economic fallout from a corruption scandal and the situation in the Middle East.\nSectoral indices closed mixed on Wednesday. Services rose by 0.32% or 9.72 points to 2,990.37; property increased by 0.17% or 3.36 points to 1,911.13; and holding firms went up by 0.09% or 4.05 points to 4,372.31.\nMeanwhile, industrials declined by 0.79% or 68.70 points to 8,577.39; financials dropped by 0.56% or 9.99 points to 1,758.63; and mining and oil went down by 0.32% or 58.04 points to 17,558.77.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 111 to 74, while 59 names were unchanged.\n\u201cAyala Land, Inc. was the day\u2019s top index gainer, climbing 1.76% to P15. ACEN Corp. was the main index laggard, falling 4.62% to P3.10,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.\nValue turnover went up to P5.67 billion on Wednesday with 1.24 billion shares traded from the P5.36 billion with 1.21 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.\n\u201cTrading remained subdued as investors held back ahead of clearer policy direction and upcoming economic data,\u201d Mr. Limlingan said.\nNet foreign selling decreased to P115.32 million from P680.04 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-05-20T21:00:20+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-20T18:53:27+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/PSE-trading-floor-traders.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750666", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/19/750666/pse-index-sinks-to-5800-range-on-oil-peso-woes/", "title": "PSE index sinks to 5,800 range on oil, peso woes", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES slid further on Tuesday as elevated oil prices and a weak peso continued to cloud market sentiment.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) dropped by 0.75% or 44.72 points to close at 5,896.80, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.19% or 6.58 points to end at 3,347.55.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s worst finish in over two weeks or since it closed at 5,833.64 on April 30.
\n\u201cElevated global oil prices, with Brent crude testing the $110-per-barrel level, and the peso\u2019s weak position, testing record lows, weighed on the local bourse,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe local bourse ended below 5,900 level as trading activity remained thin amid persistent uncertainty over economic conditions, elevated oil prices, and the maintained depreciation of the local currency. Investor sentiment stayed cautious, with market participants largely adopting a wait-and-see stance due to concerns over inflationary pressures and their impact on the broader economy,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cAs a result, subdued participation kept overall market volume muted throughout the session.\u201d
\nOil prices fell on Tuesday, with global benchmark Brent crude dropping 1.5%, after US President Donald J. Trump said he had paused a planned attack on Iran to allow for negotiations to end the war in the Middle East, Reuters reported.
\nMr. Trump posted on social media on Monday that he was holding off a military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday while efforts to reach a deal continued, adding that the US was ready to resume attacking if a deal is not reached.
\nBrent futures for July were down $1.73 or 1.5% at $110.37 a barrel at 0825 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude for June delivery, which expires on Tuesday, slipped 63 cents or 0.6% to $108.03. The more active July contract fell 82 cents or 0.8% to $103.56. In the previous session, the benchmarks hit their highest \u200blevels since May 5 and April 30.
\nMeanwhile, the peso closed unchanged at its record low of P61.75 per dollar on Tuesday, data from the Bankers Association of the Philippines showed.
\nAll sectoral indices closed in the red. Property slid by 1.33% or 25.73 points to 1,907.77; industrials sank by 0.91% or 79.60 points to 8,646.09; financials dropped by 0.62% or 11.10 points to 1,768.62; services fell by 0.51% or 15.54 points to 2,980.65; holding firms retreated by 0.41% or 18.38 points to 4,368.26; and mining and oil slipped by 0.07% or 12.52 points to 17,616.81.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 107 to 63, while 74 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover rose to P5.36 billion on Tuesday with 1.21 billion shares traded from the P4.05 billion with 572.41 million issues that changed hands on Monday.
\nNet foreign selling increased to P680.04 million from P225.76 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES slid further on Tuesday as elevated oil prices and a weak peso continued to cloud market sentiment.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) dropped by 0.75% or 44.72 points to close at 5,896.80, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.19% or 6.58 points to end at 3,347.55.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s worst finish in over two weeks or since it closed at 5,833.64 on April 30.\n\u201cElevated global oil prices, with Brent crude testing the $110-per-barrel level, and the peso\u2019s weak position, testing record lows, weighed on the local bourse,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe local bourse ended below 5,900 level as trading activity remained thin amid persistent uncertainty over economic conditions, elevated oil prices, and the maintained depreciation of the local currency. Investor sentiment stayed cautious, with market participants largely adopting a wait-and-see stance due to concerns over inflationary pressures and their impact on the broader economy,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cAs a result, subdued participation kept overall market volume muted throughout the session.\u201d\nOil prices fell on Tuesday, with global benchmark Brent crude dropping 1.5%, after US President Donald J. Trump said he had paused a planned attack on Iran to allow for negotiations to end the war in the Middle East, Reuters reported.\nMr. Trump posted on social media on Monday that he was holding off a military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday while efforts to reach a deal continued, adding that the US was ready to resume attacking if a deal is not reached.\nBrent futures for July were down $1.73 or 1.5% at $110.37 a barrel at 0825 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude for June delivery, which expires on Tuesday, slipped 63 cents or 0.6% to $108.03. The more active July contract fell 82 cents or 0.8% to $103.56. In the previous session, the benchmarks hit their highest \u200blevels since May 5 and April 30.\nMeanwhile, the peso closed unchanged at its record low of P61.75 per dollar on Tuesday, data from the Bankers Association of the Philippines showed.\nAll sectoral indices closed in the red. Property slid by 1.33% or 25.73 points to 1,907.77; industrials sank by 0.91% or 79.60 points to 8,646.09; financials dropped by 0.62% or 11.10 points to 1,768.62; services fell by 0.51% or 15.54 points to 2,980.65; holding firms retreated by 0.41% or 18.38 points to 4,368.26; and mining and oil slipped by 0.07% or 12.52 points to 17,616.81.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 107 to 63, while 74 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover rose to P5.36 billion on Tuesday with 1.21 billion shares traded from the P4.05 billion with 572.41 million issues that changed hands on Monday.\nNet foreign selling increased to P680.04 million from P225.76 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-05-19T21:00:00+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-19T18:37:37+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/PSE-bell-1.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750419", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/18/750419/phl-stocks-drop-further-as-global-oil-prices-rise/", "title": "PHL stocks drop further as global oil prices rise", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES sank to a near two-week low on Monday as the conflict in the Middle East, high global oil prices, and weak buying interest dragged the market.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) dropped by 0.59% or 35.25 points to close at 5,941.52, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.51% or 17.28 points to end at 3,354.13.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish since it closed at 5,898.08 on May 5.
\n\u201cThe local market dropped further as worries over the Middle East conflict take center stage again following US President Donald J. Trump\u2019s latest threats towards Iran saying the country should get moving or face consequences,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe PSEi ended lower as buying interest stayed muted, with investors waiting for clearer market catalysts. Market sentiment remained fragile amid continued increases in global crude prices,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\nAsian share markets were on the skids on Monday as fresh drone attacks in the Gulf shoved oil prices and bond yields higher, Reuters reported.
\nA drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as Mr. Trump warned that Iran must act \u201cfast\u201d to reach a deal.
\nMeanwhile, the vital Strait of Hormuz remains closed to all but a trickle of shipping as Tehran tries to formalize its control of the waterway that during normal times carries 20% of the world\u2019s oil trade.
\nBrent was trading up 1.9% at $111.34 a barrel, while US crude climbed 2.2% to $107.72 a barrel. Crucially, futures for September climbed above $100 and December hit a contract high as markets braced for protracted shortages.
\n\u201cThe local currency also stayed weak against the US dollar, adding to cautious positioning,\u201d Mr. Limlingan said.
\nThe peso inched down by 2.9 centavos to close at a new all-time low of P61.75 against the dollar on Monday, data from the Bankers Association of the Philippines showed.
\nMost sectoral indices closed lower on Monday. Mining and oil slid by 3.43% or 626.71 points to 17,629.33; financials sank by 1.04% or 18.75 points to 1,779.72; holding firms dropped by 0.73% or 32.45 points to 4,386.64; industrials fell by 0.5% or 44.33 points to 8,725.69; and services went down by 0.47% or 14.24 points to 2,996.19.
\nMeanwhile, property rose by 0.18% or 3.61 points to 1,933.50.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 117 to 65, while 68 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover fell to P4.05 billion on Monday with 572.41 million shares traded from the P6.32 billion with 592.04 million issues that changed hands on Friday.
\nNet foreign selling increased to P225.76 million from P195.41 million the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES sank to a near two-week low on Monday as the conflict in the Middle East, high global oil prices, and weak buying interest dragged the market.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) dropped by 0.59% or 35.25 points to close at 5,941.52, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.51% or 17.28 points to end at 3,354.13.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish since it closed at 5,898.08 on May 5.\n\u201cThe local market dropped further as worries over the Middle East conflict take center stage again following US President Donald J. Trump\u2019s latest threats towards Iran saying the country should get moving or face consequences,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe PSEi ended lower as buying interest stayed muted, with investors waiting for clearer market catalysts. Market sentiment remained fragile amid continued increases in global crude prices,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\nAsian share markets were on the skids on Monday as fresh drone attacks in the Gulf shoved oil prices and bond yields higher, Reuters reported.\nA drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as Mr. Trump warned that Iran must act \u201cfast\u201d to reach a deal.\nMeanwhile, the vital Strait of Hormuz remains closed to all but a trickle of shipping as Tehran tries to formalize its control of the waterway that during normal times carries 20% of the world\u2019s oil trade.\nBrent was trading up 1.9% at $111.34 a barrel, while US crude climbed 2.2% to $107.72 a barrel. Crucially, futures for September climbed above $100 and December hit a contract high as markets braced for protracted shortages.\n\u201cThe local currency also stayed weak against the US dollar, adding to cautious positioning,\u201d Mr. Limlingan said.\nThe peso inched down by 2.9 centavos to close at a new all-time low of P61.75 against the dollar on Monday, data from the Bankers Association of the Philippines showed.\nMost sectoral indices closed lower on Monday. Mining and oil slid by 3.43% or 626.71 points to 17,629.33; financials sank by 1.04% or 18.75 points to 1,779.72; holding firms dropped by 0.73% or 32.45 points to 4,386.64; industrials fell by 0.5% or 44.33 points to 8,725.69; and services went down by 0.47% or 14.24 points to 2,996.19.\nMeanwhile, property rose by 0.18% or 3.61 points to 1,933.50.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 117 to 65, while 68 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover fell to P4.05 billion on Monday with 572.41 million shares traded from the P6.32 billion with 592.04 million issues that changed hands on Friday.\nNet foreign selling increased to P225.76 million from P195.41 million the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-05-18T21:00:58+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-18T18:29:47+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PSE-board.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=750093", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/17/750093/psei-may-stay-weak-on-profit-taking-global-risks/", "title": "PSEi may stay weak on profit-taking, global risks", "content_html": "By Alexandria Grace C. Magno, Reporter
\nPHILIPPINE STOCKS may remain under pressure this week as investors lock in gains from the market\u2019s recent rally amid lingering geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns and domestic political noise.
\nSelective bargain-hunting in heavyweight stocks and resilient earnings from some listed companies helped the market end slightly higher last week despite cautious sentiment, online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said.
\n\u201cThe PSEi managed a slim 15-point gain as selective bargain-hunting in index heavyweights and pockets of earnings resilience offset cautious sentiment from mixed corporate results, global uncertainty and lingering geopolitical risks,\u201d it said in a note.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) shed 0.63% or 38.26 points on Friday to close at 5,976.77, while the broader all-share index dropped 0.65% or 22.16 points to 3,371.41.
\nWeek on week the benchmark index still posted a modest gain of 15.8 points.
\nJaphet Louis O. Tantiangco, research manager at Philstocks Financial, Inc., said investor confidence remained weak despite the market\u2019s gains over the past two weeks.
\n\u201cThe local market has shown positive momentum in the past two weeks amid bargain-hunting with support from foreign funds,\u201d he said in a Viber message. \u201cHowever, overall trading was tepid, reflecting weak investor confidence amid macroeconomic and political concerns.\u201d
\nMr. Tantiangco said the market could retreat this week as investors take profits while concerns over inflation and the Iran war continue to weigh on sentiment.
\n\u201cThe Middle East conflict has been ongoing for more than one-and-a-half months already with no deal in sight,\u201d he said.
\nHe noted that elevated oil prices could continue to fuel inflation concerns and keep investors cautious, especially as Brent crude remains near the $100-per-barrel level.
\nMr. Tantiangco also said the peso\u2019s continued weakness against the dollar might add to inflation risks and dampen foreign investor appetite for Philippine assets.
\n\u201cThe peso has gone back below the 61-per-dollar level. The local currency\u2019s weak position poses upside risks to the Philippines\u2019 inflation rate,\u201d he said.
\nHe added that political tensions in the Senate could distract attention from economic issues and hurt market sentiment.
\n\u201cWith the market seen to have a bearish bias, investors are advised to maintain caution with their trades,\u201d he said.
\nMr. Tantiangco noted that the PSEi has yet to sustain a move above the 6,000 level despite recent gains, showing that the level remains a strong resistance area.
\nHe placed immediate support at the 10-day exponential moving average, with major support seen at 5,800.
\n2TradeAsia.com placed immediate resistance at 6,050 and secondary resistance at 6,300.
\n", "content_text": "By Alexandria Grace C. Magno, Reporter\nPHILIPPINE STOCKS may remain under pressure this week as investors lock in gains from the market\u2019s recent rally amid lingering geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns and domestic political noise.\nSelective bargain-hunting in heavyweight stocks and resilient earnings from some listed companies helped the market end slightly higher last week despite cautious sentiment, online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said.\n\u201cThe PSEi managed a slim 15-point gain as selective bargain-hunting in index heavyweights and pockets of earnings resilience offset cautious sentiment from mixed corporate results, global uncertainty and lingering geopolitical risks,\u201d it said in a note.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) shed 0.63% or 38.26 points on Friday to close at 5,976.77, while the broader all-share index dropped 0.65% or 22.16 points to 3,371.41.\nWeek on week the benchmark index still posted a modest gain of 15.8 points.\nJaphet Louis O. Tantiangco, research manager at Philstocks Financial, Inc., said investor confidence remained weak despite the market\u2019s gains over the past two weeks.\n\u201cThe local market has shown positive momentum in the past two weeks amid bargain-hunting with support from foreign funds,\u201d he said in a Viber message. \u201cHowever, overall trading was tepid, reflecting weak investor confidence amid macroeconomic and political concerns.\u201d\nMr. Tantiangco said the market could retreat this week as investors take profits while concerns over inflation and the Iran war continue to weigh on sentiment.\n\u201cThe Middle East conflict has been ongoing for more than one-and-a-half months already with no deal in sight,\u201d he said.\nHe noted that elevated oil prices could continue to fuel inflation concerns and keep investors cautious, especially as Brent crude remains near the $100-per-barrel level.\nMr. Tantiangco also said the peso\u2019s continued weakness against the dollar might add to inflation risks and dampen foreign investor appetite for Philippine assets.\n\u201cThe peso has gone back below the 61-per-dollar level. The local currency\u2019s weak position poses upside risks to the Philippines\u2019 inflation rate,\u201d he said.\nHe added that political tensions in the Senate could distract attention from economic issues and hurt market sentiment.\n\u201cWith the market seen to have a bearish bias, investors are advised to maintain caution with their trades,\u201d he said.\nMr. Tantiangco noted that the PSEi has yet to sustain a move above the 6,000 level despite recent gains, showing that the level remains a strong resistance area.\nHe placed immediate support at the 10-day exponential moving average, with major support seen at 5,800.\n2TradeAsia.com placed immediate resistance at 6,050 and secondary resistance at 6,300.", "date_published": "2026-05-17T21:00:54+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-17T20:20:55+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/PSE-stocks-bell.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ], "summary": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS may remain under pressure this week as investors lock in gains from the market\u2019s recent rally amid lingering geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns and domestic political noise." }, { "id": "/?p=749764", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/14/749764/bargain-hunting-pushes-psei-back-to-6000-level/", "title": "Bargain hunting pushes PSEi back to 6,000 level", "content_html": "THE MAIN INDEX returned to the 6,000 level on Thursday for the first time in a week as bargain hunting after a two-day slump boosted buying activity, even as the market stayed cautious amid lingering uncertainties.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.14% or 68.25 points to close at 6,015.03, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.96% or 32.44 points to end at 3,393.57.
\n\u201cThe local bourse rebounded above 6,000 level…, supported by late-session buying pressure that lifted the market into positive territory. Despite the recovery, investor sentiment remained cautious as trading activity stayed thin throughout the session,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cMarket participants continued to adopt a selective approach amid lingering local and global uncertainties.\u201d
\n\u201cThe local market bounced back as investors hunted for bargains following two consecutive days of decline. Trading was tepid, however, amid low confidence due to the lingering issues, from domestic politics, to macroeconomic concerns, to the situation in the Middle East,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nThe Philippine Senate president said on Thursday that the lawmaker wanted by the International Criminal Court, Ronald M. dela Rosa, was no longer in the Senate building, Reuters reported. This comes a day after gunfire rang out at the Senate where he had taken refuge fearing his arrest.
\nMr. dela Rosa, the former national police chief and top enforcer of ex-President Rodrigo R. Duterte\u2019s bloody \u201cwar on drugs,\u201d has been under Senate protection and is wanted for crimes against humanity, the same charges Mr. Duterte is accused of.
\nMeanwhile, Iran\u2019s foreign minister urged BRICS nations on Thursday to condemn what he called violations of international law by the United States and Israel, including \u201ctheir illegal aggression against Iran.\u201d
\nMost sector counters closed higher on Thursday. Mining and oil jumped by 2.44% or 447.32 points to 18,728.07; financials increased by 1.64% or 29.88 points to 1,842.43; holding firms went up by 1.64% or 73.28 points to 4,524.4; services climbed by 1.02% or 30.06 points to 2,963.32; and property rose by 0.66% or 12.68 points to 1,932.09.
\nMeanwhile, industrials fell by 0.05% or 4.55 points to 8,769.50.
\nAdvancers outnumbered decliners, 98 to 85, while 65 names were unchanged.
\n\u201cBank of the Philippine Islands was the day\u2019s index leader, jumping 7.73% to P94.80. Emperador, Inc. was the worst index performer, declining 3.27% to P15.36,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.
\nValue turnover fell to P5.01 billion on Thursday with 442.68 million shares traded from the P7.61 billion with 734.05 million issues that changed hands on Wednesday.
\nNet foreign buying increased to P467.74 million from P284.85 million. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "THE MAIN INDEX returned to the 6,000 level on Thursday for the first time in a week as bargain hunting after a two-day slump boosted buying activity, even as the market stayed cautious amid lingering uncertainties.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.14% or 68.25 points to close at 6,015.03, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.96% or 32.44 points to end at 3,393.57.\n\u201cThe local bourse rebounded above 6,000 level…, supported by late-session buying pressure that lifted the market into positive territory. Despite the recovery, investor sentiment remained cautious as trading activity stayed thin throughout the session,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cMarket participants continued to adopt a selective approach amid lingering local and global uncertainties.\u201d\n\u201cThe local market bounced back as investors hunted for bargains following two consecutive days of decline. Trading was tepid, however, amid low confidence due to the lingering issues, from domestic politics, to macroeconomic concerns, to the situation in the Middle East,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\nThe Philippine Senate president said on Thursday that the lawmaker wanted by the International Criminal Court, Ronald M. dela Rosa, was no longer in the Senate building, Reuters reported. This comes a day after gunfire rang out at the Senate where he had taken refuge fearing his arrest.\nMr. dela Rosa, the former national police chief and top enforcer of ex-President Rodrigo R. Duterte\u2019s bloody \u201cwar on drugs,\u201d has been under Senate protection and is wanted for crimes against humanity, the same charges Mr. Duterte is accused of.\nMeanwhile, Iran\u2019s foreign minister urged BRICS nations on Thursday to condemn what he called violations of international law by the United States and Israel, including \u201ctheir illegal aggression against Iran.\u201d\nMost sector counters closed higher on Thursday. Mining and oil jumped by 2.44% or 447.32 points to 18,728.07; financials increased by 1.64% or 29.88 points to 1,842.43; holding firms went up by 1.64% or 73.28 points to 4,524.4; services climbed by 1.02% or 30.06 points to 2,963.32; and property rose by 0.66% or 12.68 points to 1,932.09.\nMeanwhile, industrials fell by 0.05% or 4.55 points to 8,769.50.\nAdvancers outnumbered decliners, 98 to 85, while 65 names were unchanged.\n\u201cBank of the Philippine Islands was the day\u2019s index leader, jumping 7.73% to P94.80. Emperador, Inc. was the worst index performer, declining 3.27% to P15.36,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.\nValue turnover fell to P5.01 billion on Thursday with 442.68 million shares traded from the P7.61 billion with 734.05 million issues that changed hands on Wednesday.\nNet foreign buying increased to P467.74 million from P284.85 million. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-05-14T21:00:57+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-14T18:20:00+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/PSE-720p-2.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749409", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/13/749409/stocks-drop-on-mixed-earnings-us-iran-deadlock/", "title": "Stocks drop on mixed earnings, US-Iran deadlock", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES edged lower for a second straight day on Wednesday as investors stayed cautious amid mixed corporate results and the standoff between the United States and Iran.
\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) dropped by 0.42% or 25.20 points to close at 5,946.78, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.47% or 15.86 points to end at 3,361.13.
\n\u201cThe PSEi ended lower as investors adjusted positions following the MSCI Philippines Index rebalancing. Selling pressure weighed on select stocks, keeping overall market sentiment cautious,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cInvestors also remained reactive to ongoing earnings releases, driving selective trading across the market.\u201d
\n\u201cThe local market extended its decline as investors deal with the uncertainties of the US-Iran situation. This comes as the two remain without a peace deal. Investors also digested local corporate results for the first quarter which have been mixed so far, some of which were dismal. Finally, investors are waiting for clues from the US-China talks,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nUS President Donald J. Trump said on Tuesday he does not think he will need China\u2019s help to end the war with Iran, even as hopes for a lasting peace deal dwindled and Tehran tightened its grip over the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported.
\nMore than one month after a tenuous ceasefire took effect, the two sides have made no progress on an agreement to end hostilities.
\nIran, meanwhile, has appeared to firm up its control over the Strait of Hormuz, cutting deals with Iraq and Pakistan to ship oil and liquefied natural gas from the region, according to sources with knowledge of the matter.
\nBrent crude oil futures extended gains, climbing to more than $107 a barrel, as the deadlock left the Strait of Hormuz largely closed.
\nMost sectoral indices closed lower. Industrials slid by 1.63% or 146.03 points to 8,774.05; mining and oil sank by 1.28% or 237.99 points to 18,280.75; property dropped by 0.89% or 17.37 points to 1,919.41; services fell by 0.43% or 12.82 points to 2,933.26; and holding firms went down by 0.1% or 4.47 points to 4,451.12.
\nMeanwhile, financials jumped by 0.81% or 14.61 points to 1,812.55.
\nMarket breadth was negative, with 116 losers against 73 winners, while 67 stocks were unchanged.
\nValue turnover fell to P7.61 billion on Wednesday with 734.05 million shares traded from the P9.45 billion with 1.22 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.
\nNet foreign buying was at P284.85 million, a turnaround from the P107.55 million in net selling in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES edged lower for a second straight day on Wednesday as investors stayed cautious amid mixed corporate results and the standoff between the United States and Iran.\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) dropped by 0.42% or 25.20 points to close at 5,946.78, while the broader all shares index fell by 0.47% or 15.86 points to end at 3,361.13.\n\u201cThe PSEi ended lower as investors adjusted positions following the MSCI Philippines Index rebalancing. Selling pressure weighed on select stocks, keeping overall market sentiment cautious,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cInvestors also remained reactive to ongoing earnings releases, driving selective trading across the market.\u201d\n\u201cThe local market extended its decline as investors deal with the uncertainties of the US-Iran situation. This comes as the two remain without a peace deal. Investors also digested local corporate results for the first quarter which have been mixed so far, some of which were dismal. Finally, investors are waiting for clues from the US-China talks,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \nUS President Donald J. Trump said on Tuesday he does not think he will need China\u2019s help to end the war with Iran, even as hopes for a lasting peace deal dwindled and Tehran tightened its grip over the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported.\nMore than one month after a tenuous ceasefire took effect, the two sides have made no progress on an agreement to end hostilities.\nIran, meanwhile, has appeared to firm up its control over the Strait of Hormuz, cutting deals with Iraq and Pakistan to ship oil and liquefied natural gas from the region, according to sources with knowledge of the matter.\nBrent crude oil futures extended gains, climbing to more than $107 a barrel, as the deadlock left the Strait of Hormuz largely closed.\nMost sectoral indices closed lower. Industrials slid by 1.63% or 146.03 points to 8,774.05; mining and oil sank by 1.28% or 237.99 points to 18,280.75; property dropped by 0.89% or 17.37 points to 1,919.41; services fell by 0.43% or 12.82 points to 2,933.26; and holding firms went down by 0.1% or 4.47 points to 4,451.12.\nMeanwhile, financials jumped by 0.81% or 14.61 points to 1,812.55.\nMarket breadth was negative, with 116 losers against 73 winners, while 67 stocks were unchanged.\nValue turnover fell to P7.61 billion on Wednesday with 734.05 million shares traded from the P9.45 billion with 1.22 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.\nNet foreign buying was at P284.85 million, a turnaround from the P107.55 million in net selling in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-05-13T21:00:37+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-13T17:58:37+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PSE-trading-floor.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=749078", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/12/749078/psei-falls-as-profit-taking-war-weigh-on-sentiment/", "title": "PSEi falls as profit-taking, war weigh on sentiment", "content_html": "By Alexandria Grace C. Magno, Reporter
\nTHE Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) edged lower on Tuesday as investors booked profits amid renewed concerns over the Iran war\u2019s impact on global oil supply and weaker domestic economic signals.
\nThe benchmark index slipped 0.24% or 14.87 points to close at 5,971.98, while the broader all-share index fell 0.33% or 11.44 points to 3,376.99.
\nThe PSEi opened slightly higher at 5,993.63 versus Monday\u2019s close of 5,986.85. It climbed to an intraday high of 5,999 before sliding to a low of 5,958.9 and settling below the 6,000 level at the close.
\nMarket participants said the US-Israel war on Iran and profit-taking drove the decline. Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said sentiment was affected by weakening expectations of a US-Iran agreement.
\n\u201cThe local market declined amid waning hopes towards a peace deal between the US and Iran,\u201d he said in a Viber message, adding that US rejection of Iran\u2019s counterproposal and remarks from US President Donald J. Trump suggesting a fragile cease-fire weighed on confidence.
\nHe added that higher global oil prices and a weaker peso, which slipped back below the P61-a-dollar level, also pressured the market.
\nLuis A. Limlingan, head of sales at Regina Capital Development Corp., said investors also took profits following the previous session\u2019s gains, while softer foreign investment data added to caution.
\n\u201cMarket sentiment was further dampened by lower year-on-year foreign direct investment inflows, while the depreciation of the local currency also weighed on investor confidence,\u201d he said via Viber.
\nData from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas showed net foreign direct investment inflows fell 31% year on year to $590 million in February from a year earlier. On a monthly basis, inflows rose 33%, marking a three-month high.
\nSectoral performance was mixed. Mining and oil led gains, rising 2.09%, followed by financials, which added 0.68%, and services, which edged up 0.24%.
\nOn the other hand, industrials dropped 1.55%, property declined 1.38% and holding firms shed 0.1%.
\nAmong index stocks, Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. was the top gainer, rising 3.63% to P29.95. Jollibee Foods Corp. was the biggest laggard, falling 10.67% to P144.
\nMarket breadth was negative, with 107 losers against 78 winners, while 62 stocks were unchanged.
\nValue turnover rose to P9.44 billion from P5.43 billion in the previous session, with 1.22 billion shares traded.
\nNet foreign selling narrowed to P107.55 million from P146.61 million a day earlier.
\n", "content_text": "By Alexandria Grace C. Magno, Reporter\nTHE Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) edged lower on Tuesday as investors booked profits amid renewed concerns over the Iran war\u2019s impact on global oil supply and weaker domestic economic signals.\nThe benchmark index slipped 0.24% or 14.87 points to close at 5,971.98, while the broader all-share index fell 0.33% or 11.44 points to 3,376.99.\nThe PSEi opened slightly higher at 5,993.63 versus Monday\u2019s close of 5,986.85. It climbed to an intraday high of 5,999 before sliding to a low of 5,958.9 and settling below the 6,000 level at the close.\nMarket participants said the US-Israel war on Iran and profit-taking drove the decline. Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said sentiment was affected by weakening expectations of a US-Iran agreement.\n\u201cThe local market declined amid waning hopes towards a peace deal between the US and Iran,\u201d he said in a Viber message, adding that US rejection of Iran\u2019s counterproposal and remarks from US President Donald J. Trump suggesting a fragile cease-fire weighed on confidence.\nHe added that higher global oil prices and a weaker peso, which slipped back below the P61-a-dollar level, also pressured the market.\nLuis A. Limlingan, head of sales at Regina Capital Development Corp., said investors also took profits following the previous session\u2019s gains, while softer foreign investment data added to caution.\n\u201cMarket sentiment was further dampened by lower year-on-year foreign direct investment inflows, while the depreciation of the local currency also weighed on investor confidence,\u201d he said via Viber.\nData from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas showed net foreign direct investment inflows fell 31% year on year to $590 million in February from a year earlier. On a monthly basis, inflows rose 33%, marking a three-month high.\nSectoral performance was mixed. Mining and oil led gains, rising 2.09%, followed by financials, which added 0.68%, and services, which edged up 0.24%.\nOn the other hand, industrials dropped 1.55%, property declined 1.38% and holding firms shed 0.1%.\nAmong index stocks, Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. was the top gainer, rising 3.63% to P29.95. Jollibee Foods Corp. was the biggest laggard, falling 10.67% to P144.\nMarket breadth was negative, with 107 losers against 78 winners, while 62 stocks were unchanged.\nValue turnover rose to P9.44 billion from P5.43 billion in the previous session, with 1.22 billion shares traded.\nNet foreign selling narrowed to P107.55 million from P146.61 million a day earlier.", "date_published": "2026-05-12T21:00:13+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-12T18:36:19+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PSE-BGC.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ], "summary": "THE Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) edged lower on Tuesday as investors booked profits amid renewed concerns over the Iran war\u2019s impact on global oil supply and weaker domestic economic signals." }, { "id": "/?p=748864", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/11/748864/philippine-stocks-edge-up-on-bargain-hunting/", "title": "Philippine stocks edge up on bargain hunting", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS advanced on Monday as investors bought cheap shares after Friday\u2019s drop while staying cautious amid lingering geopolitical concerns.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.43% or 25.88 points to close at 5,986.85, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.44% or 15.06 points to end at 3,388.43.
\n\u201cThe local market rose as investors hunted for bargains from last Friday\u2019s losses. Despite the rise, however, the market was unable to take the 6,000 resistance level. Trading was also tepid with net value turnover at P5.05 billion. These show that investors are still on a cautious stance amid the lack of a peace deal between the US and Iran,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe PSEi ended in the green, recovering from Friday\u2019s decline as strong buying momentum during the morning session lifted the market. However, gains were tempered by some profit taking in the afternoon, while investors remained selective as more companies continued to release their first-quarter earnings reports,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\nThe main index opened Monday\u2019s session at 5,997.69, up from Friday\u2019s close of 5,690.97. It rose to a high of 6,033.81 but finished at its intraday low of 5,986.85.
\nUS President Donald J. Trump\u2019s swift rejection of Iran\u2019s response to a US peace proposal sent oil prices surging on Monday amid concerns the 10-week-old conflict will drag on, keeping shipping through the Strait of Hormuz paralyzed, Reuters reported.
\nDays after the US floated an offer in the hopes of reopening negotiations, Iran on Sunday released a response focused on ending the war on all fronts, especially Lebanon, where US ally Israel is fighting Iran-backed Hezbollah militants.
\nWithin hours, Mr. Trump dismissed Iran\u2019s proposal with a post on social media.
\nOil prices jumped by more than 3.5% on Monday on news of the continued deadlock that leaves the Strait of Hormuz largely closed. Before the war began on Feb. 28, the narrow waterway carried one-fifth of the world\u2019s oil and liquefied natural gas flows, and has emerged as one of the central pressure points in the war.
\nBack home, four of six sectoral indices closed higher on Monday. Property rose by 1.89% or 36.45 points to 1,964.05; services increased by 0.84% or 24.70 points to 2,939.02; industrials went up by 0.42% or 37.91 points to 9,061; and financials edged up by 0.03% or 0.63 point to 1,785.80.
\nMeanwhile, mining and oil dropped by 1.81% or 334.50 points to 18,139.03, and holding firms went down by 0.66% or 29.91 points to 4,460.1.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 100 to 91, while 73 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover dropped to P5.43 billion on Monday with 1.28 billion shares traded from the P8.52 billion with 1.16 billion issues on Friday.
\nNet foreign selling decreased to P146.61 million from P663.89 million in the previous session. \u2014 A.G.C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS advanced on Monday as investors bought cheap shares after Friday\u2019s drop while staying cautious amid lingering geopolitical concerns.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.43% or 25.88 points to close at 5,986.85, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.44% or 15.06 points to end at 3,388.43.\n\u201cThe local market rose as investors hunted for bargains from last Friday\u2019s losses. Despite the rise, however, the market was unable to take the 6,000 resistance level. Trading was also tepid with net value turnover at P5.05 billion. These show that investors are still on a cautious stance amid the lack of a peace deal between the US and Iran,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \n\u201cThe PSEi ended in the green, recovering from Friday\u2019s decline as strong buying momentum during the morning session lifted the market. However, gains were tempered by some profit taking in the afternoon, while investors remained selective as more companies continued to release their first-quarter earnings reports,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\nThe main index opened Monday\u2019s session at 5,997.69, up from Friday\u2019s close of 5,690.97. It rose to a high of 6,033.81 but finished at its intraday low of 5,986.85.\nUS President Donald J. Trump\u2019s swift rejection of Iran\u2019s response to a US peace proposal sent oil prices surging on Monday amid concerns the 10-week-old conflict will drag on, keeping shipping through the Strait of Hormuz paralyzed, Reuters reported.\nDays after the US floated an offer in the hopes of reopening negotiations, Iran on Sunday released a response focused on ending the war on all fronts, especially Lebanon, where US ally Israel is fighting Iran-backed Hezbollah militants.\nWithin hours, Mr. Trump dismissed Iran\u2019s proposal with a post on social media.\nOil prices jumped by more than 3.5% on Monday on news of the continued deadlock that leaves the Strait of Hormuz largely closed. Before the war began on Feb. 28, the narrow waterway carried one-fifth of the world\u2019s oil and liquefied natural gas flows, and has emerged as one of the central pressure points in the war.\nBack home, four of six sectoral indices closed higher on Monday. Property rose by 1.89% or 36.45 points to 1,964.05; services increased by 0.84% or 24.70 points to 2,939.02; industrials went up by 0.42% or 37.91 points to 9,061; and financials edged up by 0.03% or 0.63 point to 1,785.80.\nMeanwhile, mining and oil dropped by 1.81% or 334.50 points to 18,139.03, and holding firms went down by 0.66% or 29.91 points to 4,460.1.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 100 to 91, while 73 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover dropped to P5.43 billion on Monday with 1.28 billion shares traded from the P8.52 billion with 1.16 billion issues on Friday.\nNet foreign selling decreased to P146.61 million from P663.89 million in the previous session. \u2014 A.G.C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-05-11T21:00:46+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-11T19:02:12+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PSE-trading-floor.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=748540", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/10/748540/phl-shares-may-stay-weak-on-economic-worries/", "title": "PHL shares may stay weak on economic worries", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS may move lower this week as concerns over the Middle East war and its impact on the domestic economy continue to weigh on investor sentiment.
\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.21% or 73.30 points to close at 5,960.97, while the broader all shares index dropped by 0.67% or 23.04 points to 3,373.37.
\nMeanwhile, week on week, the benchmark index rose by 127.33 points from April 30\u2019s 5,833.64.
\n\u201cThe local bellwether staged a firm rebound [last] week, as optimism over a potential Middle East ceasefire sparked a broad-based rally, effectively overshadowing a disappointing 2.8% first quarter GDP (gross domestic product) print and April\u2019s three-year inflation peak of 7.2%,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.
\nFor this week, Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said local shares may remain under pressure amid concerns over the Philippine economy and developments in the US-Iran conflict.
\n\u201cLatest data with March inflation rate at 7.2% and Q1 GDP growth of 2.8% show that the local economy is in a tough spot. With inflation expected to remain elevated in the immediate to medium term, household consumption and ultimately the general economy may continue to suffer,\u201d he said.
\n\u201cMeanwhile, the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) signaling preparedness to take further action to control inflation spells further challenges to growth. Finally, the government\u2019s tempered public infrastructure spending, if it continues, won\u2019t be able to provide the needed support to the local economy.\u201d
\nHe added that the US-Iran situation remains volatile.
\n\u201cWhile a ceasefire is still in effect and the two are seemingly moving towards a deal, hostilities remain, which include episodes of exchanges of military force. With this, global oil prices remain elevated with the Brent crude currently testing $100 per barrel.\u201d
\nMr. Tantiangco said the PSEi\u2019s inability to push past the 6,000 mark last week shows that this remains a strong resistance for the market. Meanwhile, he placed the main stock benchmark\u2019s immediate support at 5,800.
\n\u201cAt 5,960.97, the local market remains at bargain levels. However, given the negative factors in play, the market may pull back [this] week.\u201d
\nMeanwhile, for its part, 2TradeAsia.com placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.
\n\u201cThe PSEi remains trapped by \u2018inert forces\u2019 as the market grapples with a hawkish interest rate cadence vis-a-vis deep-seated growth anxiety… Ultimately, domestic liquidity remains sidelined, waiting for clearer smoke signals, yet the complexity of the current downside risks suggests that volatility will remain the primary feature of the local landscape at least until the fourth quarter,\u201d it said. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS may move lower this week as concerns over the Middle East war and its impact on the domestic economy continue to weigh on investor sentiment.\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.21% or 73.30 points to close at 5,960.97, while the broader all shares index dropped by 0.67% or 23.04 points to 3,373.37.\nMeanwhile, week on week, the benchmark index rose by 127.33 points from April 30\u2019s 5,833.64.\n\u201cThe local bellwether staged a firm rebound [last] week, as optimism over a potential Middle East ceasefire sparked a broad-based rally, effectively overshadowing a disappointing 2.8% first quarter GDP (gross domestic product) print and April\u2019s three-year inflation peak of 7.2%,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.\nFor this week, Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said local shares may remain under pressure amid concerns over the Philippine economy and developments in the US-Iran conflict.\n\u201cLatest data with March inflation rate at 7.2% and Q1 GDP growth of 2.8% show that the local economy is in a tough spot. With inflation expected to remain elevated in the immediate to medium term, household consumption and ultimately the general economy may continue to suffer,\u201d he said.\n\u201cMeanwhile, the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) signaling preparedness to take further action to control inflation spells further challenges to growth. Finally, the government\u2019s tempered public infrastructure spending, if it continues, won\u2019t be able to provide the needed support to the local economy.\u201d\nHe added that the US-Iran situation remains volatile.\n\u201cWhile a ceasefire is still in effect and the two are seemingly moving towards a deal, hostilities remain, which include episodes of exchanges of military force. With this, global oil prices remain elevated with the Brent crude currently testing $100 per barrel.\u201d\nMr. Tantiangco said the PSEi\u2019s inability to push past the 6,000 mark last week shows that this remains a strong resistance for the market. Meanwhile, he placed the main stock benchmark\u2019s immediate support at 5,800.\n\u201cAt 5,960.97, the local market remains at bargain levels. However, given the negative factors in play, the market may pull back [this] week.\u201d\nMeanwhile, for its part, 2TradeAsia.com placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.\n\u201cThe PSEi remains trapped by \u2018inert forces\u2019 as the market grapples with a hawkish interest rate cadence vis-a-vis deep-seated growth anxiety… Ultimately, domestic liquidity remains sidelined, waiting for clearer smoke signals, yet the complexity of the current downside risks suggests that volatility will remain the primary feature of the local landscape at least until the fourth quarter,\u201d it said. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-05-10T21:00:02+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-10T17:53:39+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PSE-building.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=748272", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/07/748272/psei-jumps-to-three-week-high-on-me-peace-hopes/", "title": "PSEi jumps to three-week high on ME peace hopes", "content_html": "THE BENCHMARK INDEX returned to the 6,000 level on Thursday and hit a three-week high as sentiment turned positive on growing hopes for an end to the Middle East (ME) war, but weaker-than-expected Philippine gross domestic product (GDP) growth capped gains.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.12% or 67.06 points to close at 6,034.27, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.98% or 32.96 points to end at 3,396.41.
\nThis was the bellwether\u2019s best finish in three weeks or since it closed at 6,063.69 on April 16.
\n\u201cThe PSEi ended higher as investors tracked gains in global markets amid easing tensions in the Middle East. Strong buying pressure early in the session lifted the benchmark, reflecting improved risk appetite in equities,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cHowever, gains were tempered after the country\u2019s GDP growth came in below expectations, prompting cautious positioning toward the close.\u201d
\n\u201cThe local market extended its rise as hopes that the US and Iran would come to an agreement soon continued to lift sentiment. This comes amid reports that the two are closing in on a memorandum to end the war. The said hopes for the US and Iran overshadowed the dismal first quarter GDP data released today,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco likewise said in a Viber message.
\nUS President Donald J. Trump predicted a swift end to the war with Iran as Tehran considered a US peace proposal that sources said would formally end the conflict while leaving unresolved key US demands that Iran suspend its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported.
\nMeanwhile, Philippine economic growth slowed further in the first quarter to hit a new post-pandemic low as a corruption scandal involving flood control projects and price shocks from the Middle East war hit consumer sentiment. GDP expanded by 2.8% in the period, down sharply from 5.4% a year ago and also slower than the 3% pace in the fourth quarter. This was below the 3.4% estimate in a 大象传媒 poll of 21 analysts.
\nAll sector counters closed in the green on Thursday. Financials surged by 2.72% or 48.06 points to 1,809.11; industrials increased by 1.62% or 144.59 points to 9,067.06; mining and oil went up by 0.94% or 170.01 points to 18,183; property climbed by 0.44% or 8.64 points to 1,942.89; holding firms rose by 0.37% or 17.04 points to 4,527.4; and services gained 0.34% or 10.29 points to 2,959.58.
\nAdvancers beat decliners, 125 to 83, while 53 names were unchanged.
\n\u201cCentury Pacific Food, Inc. was the day\u2019s index leader, jumping 7.83% to P31. Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. was the day\u2019s worst index performer, dropping 1.61% to P12.20,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.
\nValue turnover went up to P7.92 billion on Thursday with 892.03 million shares traded from the P7.64 billion with 1.35 billion issues on Wednesday. Net foreign buying rose to P213.38 million from P129.86 million. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "THE BENCHMARK INDEX returned to the 6,000 level on Thursday and hit a three-week high as sentiment turned positive on growing hopes for an end to the Middle East (ME) war, but weaker-than-expected Philippine gross domestic product (GDP) growth capped gains.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.12% or 67.06 points to close at 6,034.27, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.98% or 32.96 points to end at 3,396.41.\nThis was the bellwether\u2019s best finish in three weeks or since it closed at 6,063.69 on April 16.\n\u201cThe PSEi ended higher as investors tracked gains in global markets amid easing tensions in the Middle East. Strong buying pressure early in the session lifted the benchmark, reflecting improved risk appetite in equities,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cHowever, gains were tempered after the country\u2019s GDP growth came in below expectations, prompting cautious positioning toward the close.\u201d\n\u201cThe local market extended its rise as hopes that the US and Iran would come to an agreement soon continued to lift sentiment. This comes amid reports that the two are closing in on a memorandum to end the war. The said hopes for the US and Iran overshadowed the dismal first quarter GDP data released today,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco likewise said in a Viber message. \nUS President Donald J. Trump predicted a swift end to the war with Iran as Tehran considered a US peace proposal that sources said would formally end the conflict while leaving unresolved key US demands that Iran suspend its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported.\nMeanwhile, Philippine economic growth slowed further in the first quarter to hit a new post-pandemic low as a corruption scandal involving flood control projects and price shocks from the Middle East war hit consumer sentiment. GDP expanded by 2.8% in the period, down sharply from 5.4% a year ago and also slower than the 3% pace in the fourth quarter. This was below the 3.4% estimate in a 大象传媒 poll of 21 analysts.\nAll sector counters closed in the green on Thursday. Financials surged by 2.72% or 48.06 points to 1,809.11; industrials increased by 1.62% or 144.59 points to 9,067.06; mining and oil went up by 0.94% or 170.01 points to 18,183; property climbed by 0.44% or 8.64 points to 1,942.89; holding firms rose by 0.37% or 17.04 points to 4,527.4; and services gained 0.34% or 10.29 points to 2,959.58.\nAdvancers beat decliners, 125 to 83, while 53 names were unchanged.\n\u201cCentury Pacific Food, Inc. was the day\u2019s index leader, jumping 7.83% to P31. Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. was the day\u2019s worst index performer, dropping 1.61% to P12.20,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.\nValue turnover went up to P7.92 billion on Thursday with 892.03 million shares traded from the P7.64 billion with 1.35 billion issues on Wednesday. Net foreign buying rose to P213.38 million from P129.86 million. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-05-07T21:00:15+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-07T19:11:01+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/PSE-bell.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747805", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/06/747805/stocks-recover-on-optimism-over-us-iran-deal/", "title": "Stocks recover on optimism over US-Iran deal", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS rebounded on Wednesday on renewed optimism about peace in the Middle East, even as investors remained cautious over the economic impact of the war.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.17% or 69.13 points to close at 5,967.21, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.78% or 26.05 points to end at 3,363.45.
\n\u201cThe local market rose as the US paused its military efforts to assist commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress towards a deal with Iran,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe PSEi ended higher, tracking gains across global markets as a US-Iran ceasefire was held, easing concerns over escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Sentiment improved after Washington signaled the truce remains intact, helping temper fears of further disruption to global oil supply routes,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cMoreover, investors stayed on a wait-and-see stance ahead of the upcoming GDP (gross domestic product) release, amid lingering concerns over stagflation risks.\u201d
\nStocks leapt as oil prices dropped on Wednesday after US President Donald J. Trump touted the \u201cgreat progress\u201d that has been made towards a peace agreement with Tehran, Reuters reported.
\nMr. Trump said he would briefly pause an operation dubbed Project Freedom escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries about a fifth of the world\u2019s oil and liquefied natural gas; it has been blockaded by Iran since late February, triggering a global energy crisis.
\nBrent crude, the global benchmark, fell 3.2% to $106.40 per barrel. That helped stocks to push higher after a rally on Tuesday.
\nMeanwhile, a 大象传媒 poll of 21 economists and analysts showed that Philippine GDP likely grew by 3.4% in the first quarter.
\nIf realized, this would be slower than the revised 5.4% expansion recorded in the same quarter of 2025. This would also be below the government\u2019s 5%-6% target for this year. However, it would be faster than the 3% growth in the fourth quarter of 2025.
\nMajority of sectoral indices closed higher on Wednesday. Mining and oil surged by 5.44% or 930.06 points to 18,012.99; services increased by 3.27% or 93.58 points to 2,949.29; industrials went up by 0.73% or 65.49 points to 8,922.47; holding firms climbed by 0.59% or 26.73 points to 4,510.36; and property rose by 0.49% or 9.53 points to 1,934.25.
\nMeanwhile, financials dropped by 0.83% or 14.90 points to 1,761.05.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 103 to 93, while 56 names closed unchanged.
\nValue turnover went up to P7.64 billion on Wednesday with 1.35 billion shares traded from the P5.03 billion with 959.88 million issues that changed hands on Tuesday.
\nNet foreign buying increased to P129.86 million from P38.59 million. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS rebounded on Wednesday on renewed optimism about peace in the Middle East, even as investors remained cautious over the economic impact of the war.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.17% or 69.13 points to close at 5,967.21, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.78% or 26.05 points to end at 3,363.45.\n\u201cThe local market rose as the US paused its military efforts to assist commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress towards a deal with Iran,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe PSEi ended higher, tracking gains across global markets as a US-Iran ceasefire was held, easing concerns over escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Sentiment improved after Washington signaled the truce remains intact, helping temper fears of further disruption to global oil supply routes,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cMoreover, investors stayed on a wait-and-see stance ahead of the upcoming GDP (gross domestic product) release, amid lingering concerns over stagflation risks.\u201d\nStocks leapt as oil prices dropped on Wednesday after US President Donald J. Trump touted the \u201cgreat progress\u201d that has been made towards a peace agreement with Tehran, Reuters reported.\nMr. Trump said he would briefly pause an operation dubbed Project Freedom escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries about a fifth of the world\u2019s oil and liquefied natural gas; it has been blockaded by Iran since late February, triggering a global energy crisis.\nBrent crude, the global benchmark, fell 3.2% to $106.40 per barrel. That helped stocks to push higher after a rally on Tuesday.\nMeanwhile, a 大象传媒 poll of 21 economists and analysts showed that Philippine GDP likely grew by 3.4% in the first quarter.\nIf realized, this would be slower than the revised 5.4% expansion recorded in the same quarter of 2025. This would also be below the government\u2019s 5%-6% target for this year. However, it would be faster than the 3% growth in the fourth quarter of 2025.\nMajority of sectoral indices closed higher on Wednesday. Mining and oil surged by 5.44% or 930.06 points to 18,012.99; services increased by 3.27% or 93.58 points to 2,949.29; industrials went up by 0.73% or 65.49 points to 8,922.47; holding firms climbed by 0.59% or 26.73 points to 4,510.36; and property rose by 0.49% or 9.53 points to 1,934.25.\nMeanwhile, financials dropped by 0.83% or 14.90 points to 1,761.05.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 103 to 93, while 56 names closed unchanged.\nValue turnover went up to P7.64 billion on Wednesday with 1.35 billion shares traded from the P5.03 billion with 959.88 million issues that changed hands on Tuesday.\nNet foreign buying increased to P129.86 million from P38.59 million. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-05-06T21:00:57+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-06T17:57:49+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PSEPSE-Trading-Floor-090920-5.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747511", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/05/747511/phl-shares-fall-as-inflation-surge-hits-sentiment/", "title": "PHL shares fall as inflation surge hits sentiment", "content_html": "STOCKS fell to the 5,800 level again on Tuesday as the quicker-than-expected April Philippine headline inflation and the continuing conflict in the Middle East dampened investor sentiment.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) went down by 0.74% or 44.08 points to close at 5,898.08, while the broader all shares index fell 0.36% or 12.21 points to end at 3,337.4 on Tuesday.
\nThe main index opened the session at 5,929.40, down from Monday\u2019s close of 5,942.16. It reached an intraday high of 5,985.97 but finished at its low for the session.
\n\u201cThe PSEi ended lower after inflation came in above expectations, dampening market sentiment. Investors turned risk-off as they reassessed the potential policy response of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Uncertainty over the central bank\u2019s next move kept buying activity subdued,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message on Tuesday.
\n\u201cThe local market declined as investors digested the latest inflation print which came in at 7.2% exceeding expectations. Worries over reignited tensions in the Middle East following latest developments with the US sinking Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran reportedly attacking the United Arab Emirates also dampened market sentiment,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. said in a market note.
\nHeadline inflation surged to 7.2% in April, up sharply from the 4.1% in March and 1.4% a year ago.
\nThis was the fastest headline print since the 7.6% recorded in March 2023. This was also well above the 5.5% median estimate in a 大象传媒 poll of 17 analysts and the central bank\u2019s 5.6%-6.4% forecast for the month.
\nApril was also the second straight month that the consumer price index was above the BSP\u2019s 2%-4% target.
\nLast month, the Monetary Board hiked benchmark interest rates by 25 basis points for the first time in over two years, bringing the policy rate to 4.5%, as the Middle East war threatens the inflation outlook.
\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. has signaled further tightening ahead via \u201ca succession of modest rate hikes\u201d to help temper spiraling prices.
\nMost sectoral indices closed lower on Tuesday. Mining and oil dropped 2.06% or 360.57 points to 17,082.93; financials fell 1.75% or 31.66 points to 1,775.95; holding firms went down by 0.7% or 31.64 points to 4,483.63; and services decreased 0.67% or 19.32 points to 2,855.71.
\nMeanwhile, property rose by 0.18% or 3.56 points to 1,924.72, and industrials increased by 0.1% or 9.45 points to 8,856.98.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 106 to 77, while 63 names closed unchanged.
\nValue turnover went down to P5.03 billion on Tuesday with 959.88 million shares traded from the P6.52 billion with 1.81 billion shares that changed hands on Monday.
\nNet foreign buying declined to P38.59 million from P341.56 million. \u2014 Ashley Erika O. Jose
\n", "content_text": "STOCKS fell to the 5,800 level again on Tuesday as the quicker-than-expected April Philippine headline inflation and the continuing conflict in the Middle East dampened investor sentiment.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) went down by 0.74% or 44.08 points to close at 5,898.08, while the broader all shares index fell 0.36% or 12.21 points to end at 3,337.4 on Tuesday.\nThe main index opened the session at 5,929.40, down from Monday\u2019s close of 5,942.16. It reached an intraday high of 5,985.97 but finished at its low for the session.\n\u201cThe PSEi ended lower after inflation came in above expectations, dampening market sentiment. Investors turned risk-off as they reassessed the potential policy response of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Uncertainty over the central bank\u2019s next move kept buying activity subdued,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message on Tuesday.\n\u201cThe local market declined as investors digested the latest inflation print which came in at 7.2% exceeding expectations. Worries over reignited tensions in the Middle East following latest developments with the US sinking Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran reportedly attacking the United Arab Emirates also dampened market sentiment,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. said in a market note.\nHeadline inflation surged to 7.2% in April, up sharply from the 4.1% in March and 1.4% a year ago.\nThis was the fastest headline print since the 7.6% recorded in March 2023. This was also well above the 5.5% median estimate in a 大象传媒 poll of 17 analysts and the central bank\u2019s 5.6%-6.4% forecast for the month.\nApril was also the second straight month that the consumer price index was above the BSP\u2019s 2%-4% target.\nLast month, the Monetary Board hiked benchmark interest rates by 25 basis points for the first time in over two years, bringing the policy rate to 4.5%, as the Middle East war threatens the inflation outlook.\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. has signaled further tightening ahead via \u201ca succession of modest rate hikes\u201d to help temper spiraling prices.\nMost sectoral indices closed lower on Tuesday. Mining and oil dropped 2.06% or 360.57 points to 17,082.93; financials fell 1.75% or 31.66 points to 1,775.95; holding firms went down by 0.7% or 31.64 points to 4,483.63; and services decreased 0.67% or 19.32 points to 2,855.71.\nMeanwhile, property rose by 0.18% or 3.56 points to 1,924.72, and industrials increased by 0.1% or 9.45 points to 8,856.98. \nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 106 to 77, while 63 names closed unchanged.\nValue turnover went down to P5.03 billion on Tuesday with 959.88 million shares traded from the P6.52 billion with 1.81 billion shares that changed hands on Monday.\nNet foreign buying declined to P38.59 million from P341.56 million. \u2014 Ashley Erika O. Jose", "date_published": "2026-05-05T21:00:14+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-05T18:10:59+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PSE.jpg", "tags": [ "Ashley Erika O. Jose", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=747258", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/04/747258/bargain-hunting-earnings-push-psei-past-5900/", "title": "Bargain-hunting, earnings push PSEi past 5,900", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS advanced on Monday, returning above the 5,900 mark as investors took advantage of cheaper prices and reacted to positive corporate results while staying cautious before the release of key economic data.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.86% or 108.52 points to close at 5,942.16, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.88% or 29.41 points to end at 3,349.61.
\n\u201cThe PSEi started the week higher after heavy selling pressure last Thursday as bargain-hunting emerged across select index names. Market sentiment improved as more companies released their first-quarter earnings, providing fresh cues for investors amid cautious trading conditions,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe Philippine Stock Exchange index closed higher on Monday, mainly due to bargain-hunting. This is despite the slowdown in PMI (purchasing managers\u2019 index) in April, which dampened broader economic sentiment,\u201d Unicapital Securities, Inc. Research Head Wendy B. Estacio-Cruz said in a Viber message.
\nIn April, Philippine factory activity contracted for the first time since November due to a sharp drop in new orders.
\nThe S&P Global Philippines Manufacturing PMI went down to 48.3 last month versus the 51.3 in March. A PMI reading below 50 shows a deterioration in operating conditions from the previous month, while a reading above 50 signals an improvement.
\n\u201cThe market is now turning its attention to key domestic data catalysts, particularly the April inflation data scheduled for release tomorrow, which could provide clearer direction for monetary policy expectations,\u201d Ms. Estacio-Cruz added.
\nA 大象传媒 poll of 17 analysts yielded a median estimate of 5.5% for the April consumer price index, accelerating from the 4.1% in March and 1.4% a year ago. This is a tad below the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas\u2019 5.6%-6.4% forecast for the month.
\nIf realized, the headline print would be the fastest since the 6.1% seen in September 2023.
\nMajority of sectoral indices closed higher on Monday. Services surged by 4.35% or 120.09 points to 2,875.03; industrials increased by 1.04% or 91.11 points to 8,847.53; holding firms went up by 0.9% or 40.62 points to 4,515.27; financials climbed by 0.43% or 7.88 points to 1,807.61; and property rose by 0.4% or 7.70 points to 1,921.16. Meanwhile, mining and oil dropped by 0.1% or 18.86 points to 17,443.50.
\nAdvancers outnumbered decliners, 102 to 91, while 66 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover dropped to P6.52 billion on Monday with 1.81 billion shares traded from the P7.65 billion with 943.12 million issues that changed hands on Thursday.
\nNet foreign buying was at P341.56 million, a turnaround from the P538 million in net selling recorded in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS advanced on Monday, returning above the 5,900 mark as investors took advantage of cheaper prices and reacted to positive corporate results while staying cautious before the release of key economic data.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.86% or 108.52 points to close at 5,942.16, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.88% or 29.41 points to end at 3,349.61.\n\u201cThe PSEi started the week higher after heavy selling pressure last Thursday as bargain-hunting emerged across select index names. Market sentiment improved as more companies released their first-quarter earnings, providing fresh cues for investors amid cautious trading conditions,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe Philippine Stock Exchange index closed higher on Monday, mainly due to bargain-hunting. This is despite the slowdown in PMI (purchasing managers\u2019 index) in April, which dampened broader economic sentiment,\u201d Unicapital Securities, Inc. Research Head Wendy B. Estacio-Cruz said in a Viber message.\nIn April, Philippine factory activity contracted for the first time since November due to a sharp drop in new orders.\nThe S&P Global Philippines Manufacturing PMI went down to 48.3 last month versus the 51.3 in March. A PMI reading below 50 shows a deterioration in operating conditions from the previous month, while a reading above 50 signals an improvement.\n\u201cThe market is now turning its attention to key domestic data catalysts, particularly the April inflation data scheduled for release tomorrow, which could provide clearer direction for monetary policy expectations,\u201d Ms. Estacio-Cruz added.\nA 大象传媒 poll of 17 analysts yielded a median estimate of 5.5% for the April consumer price index, accelerating from the 4.1% in March and 1.4% a year ago. This is a tad below the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas\u2019 5.6%-6.4% forecast for the month.\nIf realized, the headline print would be the fastest since the 6.1% seen in September 2023.\nMajority of sectoral indices closed higher on Monday. Services surged by 4.35% or 120.09 points to 2,875.03; industrials increased by 1.04% or 91.11 points to 8,847.53; holding firms went up by 0.9% or 40.62 points to 4,515.27; financials climbed by 0.43% or 7.88 points to 1,807.61; and property rose by 0.4% or 7.70 points to 1,921.16. Meanwhile, mining and oil dropped by 0.1% or 18.86 points to 17,443.50.\nAdvancers outnumbered decliners, 102 to 91, while 66 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover dropped to P6.52 billion on Monday with 1.81 billion shares traded from the P7.65 billion with 943.12 million issues that changed hands on Thursday.\nNet foreign buying was at P341.56 million, a turnaround from the P538 million in net selling recorded in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-05-04T21:00:49+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-04T18:43:26+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/PSE-trading-floor-traders.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746968", "url": "/stock-market/2026/05/03/746968/phl-shares-may-decline-further-before-key-data/", "title": "PHL shares may decline further before key data", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES may continue to move lower this week before the release of key data that could show the impact of the Middle East war on the economy, with the lack of a resolution to the conflict weighing on sentiment.
\nOn Thursday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.25% or 74.25 points to close at 5,833.64, while the broader all shares index dropped by 0.7% or 23.4 points to 3,320.20.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in over five months or since it closed at 5,813.71 on Nov. 19, 2025.
\nWeek on week, the bellwether index dropped by 109.85 points from April 24\u2019s 5,943.49.
\nPhilippine markets were closed on Friday (May 1) for Labor Day.
\n\u201cThe local bourse succumbed to heavy selling pressure [last] week as heightened risk aversion, compounded by the peso\u2019s historic low, dragged the PSEi down,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.
\nFor this week, Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said Philippine shares are expected to remain under pressure amid dwindling hopes of an end to the Iran conflict, which would threaten the inflation outlook.
\n\u201cThe local market is still expected to move with a downward bias this week as it continues to deal with lingering concerns from elevated global oil prices to rising inflation and interest rate expectations. Adding to the worries is the weakening of the peso to record lows and the inflationary risks it brings,\u201d he said.
\n\u201cPoor foreign investor confidence, rising import costs, and rising US bond yields have sunk the peso to record lows. Currently below 61 against the US dollar, a sustained weakness of the local currency is expected to continue discouraging foreign investors and pose inflationary risks.\u201d
\nThese continue to heighten inflation expectations, which would strengthen the case for further policy tightening by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), he added.
\n\u201cWith its current level, the local market is deemed to be at a bargain. However, investors are still advised to remain cautious. With the downside risks at play, the market may continue to decline.\u201d
\nMr. Tantiangco put the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800 and major resistance at 6,000.
\nHe added that data on inflation, manufacturing, labor, and gross domestic product due for release this week could provide the market with leads.
\nFor its part, 2TradeAsia.com placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.
\n\u201cThis combination of geopolitical energy risks, stickier global inflation, a firmer dollar, and domestic margin pressures creates a challenging environment for sustaining aggressive risk positioning in Philippine equities,\u201d it said.
\nIt added that currency stability concerns amid the peso\u2019s latest slide could further limit the BSP\u2019s room for policy stimulus. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES may continue to move lower this week before the release of key data that could show the impact of the Middle East war on the economy, with the lack of a resolution to the conflict weighing on sentiment.\nOn Thursday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.25% or 74.25 points to close at 5,833.64, while the broader all shares index dropped by 0.7% or 23.4 points to 3,320.20.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in over five months or since it closed at 5,813.71 on Nov. 19, 2025.\nWeek on week, the bellwether index dropped by 109.85 points from April 24\u2019s 5,943.49.\nPhilippine markets were closed on Friday (May 1) for Labor Day.\n\u201cThe local bourse succumbed to heavy selling pressure [last] week as heightened risk aversion, compounded by the peso\u2019s historic low, dragged the PSEi down,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.\nFor this week, Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said Philippine shares are expected to remain under pressure amid dwindling hopes of an end to the Iran conflict, which would threaten the inflation outlook.\n\u201cThe local market is still expected to move with a downward bias this week as it continues to deal with lingering concerns from elevated global oil prices to rising inflation and interest rate expectations. Adding to the worries is the weakening of the peso to record lows and the inflationary risks it brings,\u201d he said.\n\u201cPoor foreign investor confidence, rising import costs, and rising US bond yields have sunk the peso to record lows. Currently below 61 against the US dollar, a sustained weakness of the local currency is expected to continue discouraging foreign investors and pose inflationary risks.\u201d\nThese continue to heighten inflation expectations, which would strengthen the case for further policy tightening by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), he added.\n\u201cWith its current level, the local market is deemed to be at a bargain. However, investors are still advised to remain cautious. With the downside risks at play, the market may continue to decline.\u201d\nMr. Tantiangco put the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800 and major resistance at 6,000.\nHe added that data on inflation, manufacturing, labor, and gross domestic product due for release this week could provide the market with leads.\nFor its part, 2TradeAsia.com placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.\n\u201cThis combination of geopolitical energy risks, stickier global inflation, a firmer dollar, and domestic margin pressures creates a challenging environment for sustaining aggressive risk positioning in Philippine equities,\u201d it said.\nIt added that currency stability concerns amid the peso\u2019s latest slide could further limit the BSP\u2019s room for policy stimulus. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-05-03T21:00:18+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-05-03T18:09:51+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/PSE-bell-1.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746722", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/30/746722/psei-sinks-as-iran-war-fuels-economic-uncertainty/", "title": "PSEi sinks as Iran war fuels economic uncertainty", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES sank to an over five-month low again on Thursday as concerns over quickening inflation, slowing growth, and a weak peso due to the prolonged Middle East conflict weighed on sentiment.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.25% or 74.25 points to close at 5,833.64, while the broader all shares index dropped by 0.7% or 23.4 points to 3,320.20.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in over five months or since it closed at 5,813.71 on Nov. 19, 2025.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market closed lower as investors stayed cautious following the BSP\u2019s (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) projection that inflation for April could reach as high as 6.4%. Sentiment was further weighed down by concerns over the persistent depreciation of the local currency in recent sessions,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cRisk appetite remained subdued as traders assessed the implications of elevated inflation and its potential impact on monetary policy.\u201d
\nPhilippine inflation likely quickened in April and settled between 5.6% and 6.4% due to soaring prices of fuel, electricity and food, as well as a weak peso, the BSP said. This would be faster than the 1.4% clip in the same month a year ago and the 4.1% in March.
\nOn Thursday, the peso closed at P61.485 a dollar, climbing by 8.2 centavos from its record-low finish of P60.567 on Wednesday.
\n\u201cThe local market ended the shortened trading week on a negative tone as investors digested the following: the Federal Reserve\u2019s uncertain policy outlook as members are divided; the surge in global oil prices as the US prepares for an extended blockade of the Strait of Hormuz; the peso\u2019s weakness; and DEPDev (Department of Economy, Planning, and Development) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan\u2019s statement saying that the local economy is unlikely to reach the target this year,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nAll sectoral indices closed in the red. Mining and oil slid by 2.83% or 508.69 points to 17,462.36; property sank by 1.38% or 26.90 points to 1,913.46; holding firms dropped by 1.11% or 50.49 points to 4,474.65; financials fell by 1.07% or 19.52 points to 1,799.73; services retreated by 0.99% or 27.65 points to 2,754.94; and industrials went down by 0.84% or 74.61 points to 8,756.42.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 113 to 74, while 58 names were unchanged.
\n\u201cAll sectors were down for the day with the miners suffering most losses. There were only nine index gainers for the day, led by Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. up 2.65% to P29.10 as it nearly doubled its bottom line in the first quarter. Semirara Mining and Power Corp. was the main index laggard, falling 4.94% to P26,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.
\nValue turnover edged down to P7.65 billion on Thursday with 943.12 million shares traded from the P7.72 billion with 1.34 billion issues on Wednesday.
\nNet foreign selling was at P538 million, a reversal of the P279.59 million in net buying in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES sank to an over five-month low again on Thursday as concerns over quickening inflation, slowing growth, and a weak peso due to the prolonged Middle East conflict weighed on sentiment.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.25% or 74.25 points to close at 5,833.64, while the broader all shares index dropped by 0.7% or 23.4 points to 3,320.20.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in over five months or since it closed at 5,813.71 on Nov. 19, 2025.\n\u201cThe Philippine market closed lower as investors stayed cautious following the BSP\u2019s (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) projection that inflation for April could reach as high as 6.4%. Sentiment was further weighed down by concerns over the persistent depreciation of the local currency in recent sessions,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cRisk appetite remained subdued as traders assessed the implications of elevated inflation and its potential impact on monetary policy.\u201d\nPhilippine inflation likely quickened in April and settled between 5.6% and 6.4% due to soaring prices of fuel, electricity and food, as well as a weak peso, the BSP said. This would be faster than the 1.4% clip in the same month a year ago and the 4.1% in March.\nOn Thursday, the peso closed at P61.485 a dollar, climbing by 8.2 centavos from its record-low finish of P60.567 on Wednesday.\n\u201cThe local market ended the shortened trading week on a negative tone as investors digested the following: the Federal Reserve\u2019s uncertain policy outlook as members are divided; the surge in global oil prices as the US prepares for an extended blockade of the Strait of Hormuz; the peso\u2019s weakness; and DEPDev (Department of Economy, Planning, and Development) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan\u2019s statement saying that the local economy is unlikely to reach the target this year,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \nAll sectoral indices closed in the red. Mining and oil slid by 2.83% or 508.69 points to 17,462.36; property sank by 1.38% or 26.90 points to 1,913.46; holding firms dropped by 1.11% or 50.49 points to 4,474.65; financials fell by 1.07% or 19.52 points to 1,799.73; services retreated by 0.99% or 27.65 points to 2,754.94; and industrials went down by 0.84% or 74.61 points to 8,756.42.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 113 to 74, while 58 names were unchanged.\n\u201cAll sectors were down for the day with the miners suffering most losses. There were only nine index gainers for the day, led by Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. up 2.65% to P29.10 as it nearly doubled its bottom line in the first quarter. Semirara Mining and Power Corp. was the main index laggard, falling 4.94% to P26,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.\nValue turnover edged down to P7.65 billion on Thursday with 943.12 million shares traded from the P7.72 billion with 1.34 billion issues on Wednesday.\nNet foreign selling was at P538 million, a reversal of the P279.59 million in net buying in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-04-30T21:00:27+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-30T18:29:26+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PSE-board.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746337", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/29/746337/philippine-stocks-rebound-on-bargain-hunting-4/", "title": "Philippine stocks rebound on bargain-hunting", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES recovered on Wednesday as players picked up bargains after the market\u2019s five-day slide, even as sentiment stayed cautious amid a standoff between the United States and Iran.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.7% or 41.10 points to close at 5,907.89, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.69% or 23.2 points to end at 3,343.60.
\n\u201cThe PSEi\u2019s modest rebound appears largely technical, with bargain-hunting emerging after recent weakness but lacking strong conviction amid persistent macro and external headwinds,\u201d Unicapital Securities, Inc. Research Head Wendy B. Estacio-Cruz said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cSentiment remains fragile amid continued peso depreciation and renewed increases in crude oil prices. We see the index likely to trade within a narrow range unless supported by stronger-than-expected earnings.\u201d
\nThe main stock benchmark on Tuesday sank by 34.36 points or 0.58% to close at 5,866.79, its weakest finish since November, on heightened worries over the Middle East conflict.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended higher, snapping a five-day losing streak as bargain-hunting emerged after the recent sell-off. Investor sentiment improved after the market took positively the UAE\u2019s decision to exit OPEC, raising expectations of lower global fuel prices. This helped ease inflation concerns and provided near-term support for equities,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\nThe United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday said it was quitting the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), dealing a blow to the oil producers\u2019 group as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war exposes discord among Gulf nations, Reuters reported. Oil prices on international markets trimmed gains on Tuesday following the UAE\u2019s announcement.
\nOPEC Gulf producers have been struggling to ship exports through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint between Iran and Oman through which a fifth of the world\u2019s crude oil and liquefied natural gas normally passes, because of Iranian threats and attacks against vessels.
\nAt home, sectoral indices closed mixed. Services jumped by 1.32% or 36.48 points to 2,782.59; industrials increased by 1.29% or 112.65 points to 8,831.03; and financials went up by 0.32% or 5.83 points to 1,819.25.
\nMeanwhile, property declined by 0.08% or 1.56 points to 1,940.36; mining and oil slipped by 0.06% or 11.31 points to 17,971.05; and holding firms edged down by 0.02% or 1.14 points to 4,525.14.
\nAdvancers beat decliners, 105 to 78, while 54 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover went down to P7.72 billion on Wednesday with 1.34 billion shares traded from the P8.07 billion with 1.52 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.
\nNet foreign buying was at P279.59 million, a turnaround from the P878.07 million in net selling in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES recovered on Wednesday as players picked up bargains after the market\u2019s five-day slide, even as sentiment stayed cautious amid a standoff between the United States and Iran.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.7% or 41.10 points to close at 5,907.89, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.69% or 23.2 points to end at 3,343.60.\n\u201cThe PSEi\u2019s modest rebound appears largely technical, with bargain-hunting emerging after recent weakness but lacking strong conviction amid persistent macro and external headwinds,\u201d Unicapital Securities, Inc. Research Head Wendy B. Estacio-Cruz said in a Viber message.\n\u201cSentiment remains fragile amid continued peso depreciation and renewed increases in crude oil prices. We see the index likely to trade within a narrow range unless supported by stronger-than-expected earnings.\u201d\nThe main stock benchmark on Tuesday sank by 34.36 points or 0.58% to close at 5,866.79, its weakest finish since November, on heightened worries over the Middle East conflict.\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended higher, snapping a five-day losing streak as bargain-hunting emerged after the recent sell-off. Investor sentiment improved after the market took positively the UAE\u2019s decision to exit OPEC, raising expectations of lower global fuel prices. This helped ease inflation concerns and provided near-term support for equities,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\nThe United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday said it was quitting the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), dealing a blow to the oil producers\u2019 group as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war exposes discord among Gulf nations, Reuters reported. Oil prices on international markets trimmed gains on Tuesday following the UAE\u2019s announcement.\nOPEC Gulf producers have been struggling to ship exports through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint between Iran and Oman through which a fifth of the world\u2019s crude oil and liquefied natural gas normally passes, because of Iranian threats and attacks against vessels.\nAt home, sectoral indices closed mixed. Services jumped by 1.32% or 36.48 points to 2,782.59; industrials increased by 1.29% or 112.65 points to 8,831.03; and financials went up by 0.32% or 5.83 points to 1,819.25.\nMeanwhile, property declined by 0.08% or 1.56 points to 1,940.36; mining and oil slipped by 0.06% or 11.31 points to 17,971.05; and holding firms edged down by 0.02% or 1.14 points to 4,525.14.\nAdvancers beat decliners, 105 to 78, while 54 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover went down to P7.72 billion on Wednesday with 1.34 billion shares traded from the P8.07 billion with 1.52 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.\nNet foreign buying was at P279.59 million, a turnaround from the P878.07 million in net selling in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-04-29T21:00:03+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-29T18:45:11+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/PSE-stocks-bell.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=746115", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/28/746115/philippine-stocks-drop-as-peso-hits-record-low/", "title": "Philippine stocks drop as peso hits record low", "content_html": "THE Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) declined on Tuesday as investors stayed cautious amid the Middle East war and concerns over the peso\u2019s continued weakness and its inflation impact after last week\u2019s policy rate hike.
\nThe benchmark index fell 0.58% or 34.36 points to close at 5,866.79, while the broader all-share index slipped 0.44% or 14.73 points to 3,320.4.
\nTuesday\u2019s close was its weakest since November, reflecting sustained selling pressure across most sectors.
\nThe index opened higher at 5,914.31, but trading turned volatile as it hit an intraday low of 5,833.92 before ending below the 5,900 level.
\n\u201cThe local bourse faltered as investors stayed on the sidelines, waiting for further clarity on the Israel-Lebanon conflict, while digesting the overall impact of last week\u2019s 25-bp (basis point) hike by the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas),\u201d AP Securities, Inc. said in a market note.
\nLuis A. Limlingan, head of sales at Regina Capital Development Corp., said the peso weakness added to market caution.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended lower as selling pressure continues to weigh on equities, driven by the continued peso depreciation to a fresh record above the 61 level against the US dollar,\u201d he said in a Viber message. \u201cThe weaker currency heightened inflation and policy concerns, prompting investors to reduce risk exposure.\u201d
\nThe market also remained cautious ahead of upcoming economic data releases, he added.
\nThe peso closed at an all-time low of P61.30 against the dollar, weakening by 59 centavos from the previous session, according to Bankers Association of the Philippines data. It surpassed its prior record low of P60.748 in late March.
\nMost sectoral indexes ended lower, led by industrials, which dropped 1.32% to 8,718.38. Services fell 0.79% to 2,746.11, property declined 0.62% to 1,941.92 and financials slipped 0.11% to 1,813.42.
\nOn the other hand, mining and oil edged higher by 0.07% to 17,982.36, while holding firms added 0.05% to 4,526.28.
\nLosers beat winners 117 to 68, while 58 stocks were unchanged.
\nMarket turnover rose to P8.07 billion from P5.36 billion in the previous session, with 1.52 billion shares traded.
\nForeign selling widened to a net P878.07 million from P677.34 million on Monday, indicating continued offshore exit from local equities. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "THE Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) declined on Tuesday as investors stayed cautious amid the Middle East war and concerns over the peso\u2019s continued weakness and its inflation impact after last week\u2019s policy rate hike.\nThe benchmark index fell 0.58% or 34.36 points to close at 5,866.79, while the broader all-share index slipped 0.44% or 14.73 points to 3,320.4.\nTuesday\u2019s close was its weakest since November, reflecting sustained selling pressure across most sectors.\nThe index opened higher at 5,914.31, but trading turned volatile as it hit an intraday low of 5,833.92 before ending below the 5,900 level.\n\u201cThe local bourse faltered as investors stayed on the sidelines, waiting for further clarity on the Israel-Lebanon conflict, while digesting the overall impact of last week\u2019s 25-bp (basis point) hike by the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas),\u201d AP Securities, Inc. said in a market note.\nLuis A. Limlingan, head of sales at Regina Capital Development Corp., said the peso weakness added to market caution.\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended lower as selling pressure continues to weigh on equities, driven by the continued peso depreciation to a fresh record above the 61 level against the US dollar,\u201d he said in a Viber message. \u201cThe weaker currency heightened inflation and policy concerns, prompting investors to reduce risk exposure.\u201d\nThe market also remained cautious ahead of upcoming economic data releases, he added.\nThe peso closed at an all-time low of P61.30 against the dollar, weakening by 59 centavos from the previous session, according to Bankers Association of the Philippines data. It surpassed its prior record low of P60.748 in late March.\nMost sectoral indexes ended lower, led by industrials, which dropped 1.32% to 8,718.38. Services fell 0.79% to 2,746.11, property declined 0.62% to 1,941.92 and financials slipped 0.11% to 1,813.42.\nOn the other hand, mining and oil edged higher by 0.07% to 17,982.36, while holding firms added 0.05% to 4,526.28.\nLosers beat winners 117 to 68, while 58 stocks were unchanged.\nMarket turnover rose to P8.07 billion from P5.36 billion in the previous session, with 1.52 billion shares traded.\nForeign selling widened to a net P878.07 million from P677.34 million on Monday, indicating continued offshore exit from local equities. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-04-28T21:00:56+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-28T19:06:02+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/PSE-720p-2.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=745786", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/27/745786/psei-slides-to-near-one-month-low-on-war-risks/", "title": "PSEi slides to near one-month low on war risks", "content_html": "THE MAIN INDEX sank to a near one-month low on Monday due to growing inflation risks due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, which could lead to more interest rate hikes from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) tumbled by 0.71% or 42.34 points to close at 5,901.15, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.51% or 17.09 points to end at 3,335.13.
\nThis was the main stock benchmark\u2019s worst finish in almost a month or since it closed at 5,869.49 on March 30.
\n\u201cThe PSEi started the week in the red as market sentiment remained cautious amid continued peso depreciation and renewed increases in crude oil prices. These developments fueled concerns over rising inflationary pressures, prompting fears of possible additional rate hikes by the central bank. As a result, investors stayed on the sidelines, weighing macroeconomic risks against near-term growth prospects,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe local market started the week on a negative tone as expectations of rising inflation and interest rates at home dampened investors\u2019 sentiment. Waning prospects of a deal between the US and Iran also continued to weigh on the bourse,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nOn Thursday, the BSP\u2019s policy-setting Monetary Board raised the target reverse repurchase rate by 25 basis points (bp) to 4.5%, marking its first hike since October 2023.
\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. signaled further tightening ahead via \u201ca succession of modest rate hikes\u201d as they try to temper spiraling prices due to the Iran war as the global oil shock pushes up inflation expectations.
\nThe BSP now sees inflation breaching their 2%-4% tolerance band in 2026 and 2027. For this year, it expects the consumer price index to average 6.3%, significantly higher than the earlier 5.1% forecast. For 2027, the BSP also raised its projection to 4.3% from 3.8% previously.
\nOil prices jumped almost 3% on Monday as peace talks between the US and Iran stalled and shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remained limited, keeping global oil supplies tight, Reuters reported.
\nSectoral indices closed mixed. Mining and oil jumped by 1.96% or 345.70 points to 17,968.89; industrials increased by 0.42% or 37.22 points to 8,835.30; and services edged up by 0.14 point to 2,768.24. Meanwhile, holding firms declined by 1.73% or 79.93 points to 4,523.81; financials dropped by 1.15% or 21.25 points to 1,815.58; and property went down by 0.61% or 12.1 points to 1,954.20.
\nDecliners beat advancers, 107 to 86, while 56 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover declined to P5.36 billion on Monday with 1.61 billion shares traded from P5.52 billion with 2.09 billion issues on Friday.
\nNet foreign selling increased to P677.34 million from P628.11 million in the previous session. \u2014 A.G.C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "THE MAIN INDEX sank to a near one-month low on Monday due to growing inflation risks due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, which could lead to more interest rate hikes from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) tumbled by 0.71% or 42.34 points to close at 5,901.15, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.51% or 17.09 points to end at 3,335.13. \nThis was the main stock benchmark\u2019s worst finish in almost a month or since it closed at 5,869.49 on March 30.\n\u201cThe PSEi started the week in the red as market sentiment remained cautious amid continued peso depreciation and renewed increases in crude oil prices. These developments fueled concerns over rising inflationary pressures, prompting fears of possible additional rate hikes by the central bank. As a result, investors stayed on the sidelines, weighing macroeconomic risks against near-term growth prospects,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe local market started the week on a negative tone as expectations of rising inflation and interest rates at home dampened investors\u2019 sentiment. Waning prospects of a deal between the US and Iran also continued to weigh on the bourse,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\nOn Thursday, the BSP\u2019s policy-setting Monetary Board raised the target reverse repurchase rate by 25 basis points (bp) to 4.5%, marking its first hike since October 2023.\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. signaled further tightening ahead via \u201ca succession of modest rate hikes\u201d as they try to temper spiraling prices due to the Iran war as the global oil shock pushes up inflation expectations.\nThe BSP now sees inflation breaching their 2%-4% tolerance band in 2026 and 2027. For this year, it expects the consumer price index to average 6.3%, significantly higher than the earlier 5.1% forecast. For 2027, the BSP also raised its projection to 4.3% from 3.8% previously.\nOil prices jumped almost 3% on Monday as peace talks between the US and Iran stalled and shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remained limited, keeping global oil supplies tight, Reuters reported.\nSectoral indices closed mixed. Mining and oil jumped by 1.96% or 345.70 points to 17,968.89; industrials increased by 0.42% or 37.22 points to 8,835.30; and services edged up by 0.14 point to 2,768.24. Meanwhile, holding firms declined by 1.73% or 79.93 points to 4,523.81; financials dropped by 1.15% or 21.25 points to 1,815.58; and property went down by 0.61% or 12.1 points to 1,954.20.\nDecliners beat advancers, 107 to 86, while 56 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover declined to P5.36 billion on Monday with 1.61 billion shares traded from P5.52 billion with 2.09 billion issues on Friday.\nNet foreign selling increased to P677.34 million from P628.11 million in the previous session. \u2014 A.G.C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-04-27T21:00:14+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-27T18:54:13+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PSE-trading-floor.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=745462", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/26/745462/stocks-may-drop-further-on-bearish-sentiment/", "title": "Stocks may drop further on bearish sentiment", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS may continue to move lower this week as the market stays defensive amid the deadlock between the United States and Iran and heightened inflation concerns that have turned the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) more hawkish.
\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.67% or 40.32 points to close at 5,943.49, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.51% or 17.50 points to end at 3,352.22.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s worst finish in over three weeks or since it closed at 5,869.49 on March 30.
\nWeek on week, the bellwether index dropped by 55.64 points from April 17\u2019s 5,999.13.
\n\u201cThe local bourse capped a volatile week on a sour note, with the PSEi breaking below the 6,000 psychological support zone to close at 5,943. This downward pressure followed BSP\u2019s hawkish 25 basis points (bps) rate hike to 4.5%, a move aimed at tempering inflation fueled by surging oil prices,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.
\n\u201cThe local market exhibited another bearish week as investors dealt with the uncertainties stemming from the Middle East conflict and the interest rate hike by the BSP. The local market is already on a two-week losing streak and is now trading below the crucial 6,000 line,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nOn Thursday, the BSP raised benchmark interest rates by 25 bps in a preemptive move to mitigate second-round inflation effects from the Middle East war, bringing the policy rate to 4.5%. This was its first hike since October 2023 and was predicted by 11 of 19 analysts in a 大象传媒 poll.
\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. also signaled further tightening ahead as they now see inflation breaching their 2%-4% tolerance band until next year.
\nFor this week, Mr. Tantiangco said the market may stay bearish despite low valuations as uncertainties over the Middle East conflict and concerns about rising domestic inflation and interest rates weigh on sentiment.
\nHe added that a sustained weakness in the peso could also drag down the local market. The peso closed at a new three-week low of P60.70 a dollar on Friday.
\n\u201cStill, the market\u2019s bearish default could be negated if we see positive developments in the geopolitical tensions in the Middle East,\u201d he said.
\n\u201cCurrently, the market\u2019s technicals are also giving a bearish bias. In last week\u2019s trading, the market has already given up its ground at 6,000. With this, its new support is already seen at 5,800.\u201d
\n2TradeAsia.com placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.
\n\u201cThe heightened uncertainty generated by war and its consequences has played its way out not just in oil prices and Treasury rates, but in the higher premiums that investors now charge for risk,\u201d it said. \u201cWe expect the market to remain in a consolidatory phase as it digests these pain points.\u201d \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS may continue to move lower this week as the market stays defensive amid the deadlock between the United States and Iran and heightened inflation concerns that have turned the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) more hawkish.\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.67% or 40.32 points to close at 5,943.49, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.51% or 17.50 points to end at 3,352.22.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s worst finish in over three weeks or since it closed at 5,869.49 on March 30.\nWeek on week, the bellwether index dropped by 55.64 points from April 17\u2019s 5,999.13.\n\u201cThe local bourse capped a volatile week on a sour note, with the PSEi breaking below the 6,000 psychological support zone to close at 5,943. This downward pressure followed BSP\u2019s hawkish 25 basis points (bps) rate hike to 4.5%, a move aimed at tempering inflation fueled by surging oil prices,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.\n\u201cThe local market exhibited another bearish week as investors dealt with the uncertainties stemming from the Middle East conflict and the interest rate hike by the BSP. The local market is already on a two-week losing streak and is now trading below the crucial 6,000 line,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \nOn Thursday, the BSP raised benchmark interest rates by 25 bps in a preemptive move to mitigate second-round inflation effects from the Middle East war, bringing the policy rate to 4.5%. This was its first hike since October 2023 and was predicted by 11 of 19 analysts in a 大象传媒 poll.\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. also signaled further tightening ahead as they now see inflation breaching their 2%-4% tolerance band until next year.\nFor this week, Mr. Tantiangco said the market may stay bearish despite low valuations as uncertainties over the Middle East conflict and concerns about rising domestic inflation and interest rates weigh on sentiment.\nHe added that a sustained weakness in the peso could also drag down the local market. The peso closed at a new three-week low of P60.70 a dollar on Friday.\n\u201cStill, the market\u2019s bearish default could be negated if we see positive developments in the geopolitical tensions in the Middle East,\u201d he said.\n\u201cCurrently, the market\u2019s technicals are also giving a bearish bias. In last week\u2019s trading, the market has already given up its ground at 6,000. With this, its new support is already seen at 5,800.\u201d\n2TradeAsia.com placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.\n\u201cThe heightened uncertainty generated by war and its consequences has played its way out not just in oil prices and Treasury rates, but in the higher premiums that investors now charge for risk,\u201d it said. \u201cWe expect the market to remain in a consolidatory phase as it digests these pain points.\u201d \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-04-26T21:00:47+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-26T18:26:49+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PSE-BGC.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=745104", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/23/745104/shares-slip-as-market-weighs-bsp-hike-me-war/", "title": "Shares slip as market weighs BSP hike, ME war", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES declined further on Thursday on concerns over the Middle East (ME) conflict, with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) also delivering a rate hike to quell growing inflation pressures as the war continues to push up prices.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) slipped by 0.09% or 5.75 points to close at 5,983.81, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.19% or 6.40 points to end at 3,369.72.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended slightly lower as the central bank\u2019s rate hike weighed on sentiment, keeping risk appetite for equities remained subdued. This is still further pressured by ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East, keeping investors cautious and limiting overall market participation,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe local market extended its decline as investors continue to worry over the outlook of the situation between the US and Iran. This comes as the two remain without a deal that could end their war. Investors also traded cautiously while waiting for the BSP\u2019s policy decision,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nOn Thursday, the BSP raised benchmark interest rates by 25 basis points in a preemptive move to mitigate second-round inflation effects from the Middle East warm bringing the policy rate to 4.5%. This was its first hike since October 2023 and was predicted by 11 of 19 analysts in a 大象传媒 poll.
\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. also signaled further tightening ahead as they now see inflation breaching their 2%-4% tolerance band until next year.
\nSectoral indices were mixed. Services rose by 0.41% or 11.40 points to 2,770.13; property increased by 0.13% or 2.66 points to 1,989.10; and holding firms went up by 0.07% or 3.24 points to 4,631.91.
\nMeanwhile, mining and oil declined by 1.39% or 252.50 points to 17,808.34; financials dropped by 1.13% or 21.37 points to 1,867.2; and industrials went down by 0.32% or 28.96 points to 8,789.35.
\nDecliners beat advancers, 102 to 92, while 62 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover declined to P5.74 billion on Thursday with 4.03 billion shares traded from the P5.96 billion with 2.86 billion issues that changed hands on Wednesday.
\nNet foreign selling increased to P597.74 million from P497.60 million in the previous session.
\nAsian shares retreated from record highs on Thursday as oil prices extended their gains on renewed shipping woes in the Gulf, underscoring fragile risk sentiment as a peace deal eludes the US and Iran, Reuters re-ported.
\nIran on Wednesday captured two container ships seeking to exit the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, tightening its grip on the crucial waterway, as investors watch if the fragile ceasefire in the Middle East will hold. \u2014 A.G.C. Mag-no
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES declined further on Thursday on concerns over the Middle East (ME) conflict, with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) also delivering a rate hike to quell growing inflation pressures as the war continues to push up prices.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) slipped by 0.09% or 5.75 points to close at 5,983.81, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.19% or 6.40 points to end at 3,369.72.\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended slightly lower as the central bank\u2019s rate hike weighed on sentiment, keeping risk appetite for equities remained subdued. This is still further pressured by ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East, keeping investors cautious and limiting overall market participation,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\n\u201cThe local market extended its decline as investors continue to worry over the outlook of the situation between the US and Iran. This comes as the two remain without a deal that could end their war. Investors also traded cautiously while waiting for the BSP\u2019s policy decision,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\nOn Thursday, the BSP raised benchmark interest rates by 25 basis points in a preemptive move to mitigate second-round inflation effects from the Middle East warm bringing the policy rate to 4.5%. This was its first hike since October 2023 and was predicted by 11 of 19 analysts in a 大象传媒 poll.\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. also signaled further tightening ahead as they now see inflation breaching their 2%-4% tolerance band until next year.\nSectoral indices were mixed. Services rose by 0.41% or 11.40 points to 2,770.13; property increased by 0.13% or 2.66 points to 1,989.10; and holding firms went up by 0.07% or 3.24 points to 4,631.91.\nMeanwhile, mining and oil declined by 1.39% or 252.50 points to 17,808.34; financials dropped by 1.13% or 21.37 points to 1,867.2; and industrials went down by 0.32% or 28.96 points to 8,789.35.\nDecliners beat advancers, 102 to 92, while 62 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover declined to P5.74 billion on Thursday with 4.03 billion shares traded from the P5.96 billion with 2.86 billion issues that changed hands on Wednesday.\nNet foreign selling increased to P597.74 million from P497.60 million in the previous session.\nAsian shares retreated from record highs on Thursday as oil prices extended their gains on renewed shipping woes in the Gulf, underscoring fragile risk sentiment as a peace deal eludes the US and Iran, Reuters re-ported.\nIran on Wednesday captured two container ships seeking to exit the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, tightening its grip on the crucial waterway, as investors watch if the fragile ceasefire in the Middle East will hold. \u2014 A.G.C. Mag-no", "date_published": "2026-04-23T21:00:57+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T18:42:19+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/agarwalekwensi/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/63a6222a994ecdcd0783bb257b7c4e6d18b49dfa789dd168af5420ab8a45082c?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PSE-trading-floor.jpg", "tags": [ "A.G.C. Mag-no", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=744857", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/22/744857/psei-falls-to-5900-level-on-war-woes-bsp-bets/", "title": "PSEi falls to 5,900 level on war woes, BSP bets", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES retreated on Wednesday, pulling the main index back to the 5,900 level, as investors turned cautious amid worries over the Middle East conflict and ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas\u2019 (BSP) policy meeting.
\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.48% or 29.14 points to close at 5,989.56, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.33% or 11.41 points to end at 3,376.12.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in over two weeks or since April 7\u2019s close of 5,957.87.
\n\u201cThe local market declined on worries over the situation between the US and Iran. This comes as the two remain without a deal, causing the US to extend the ceasefire agreement while keeping blockade at the Strait of Hormuz,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nUS President Donald J. Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further peace talks, although it was not clear on Wednesday if Iran or Israel, the US ally in the two-month war, would agree, Reuters reported.
\nThere was no response early on Wednesday to Mr. Trump\u2019s announcement from senior Iranian officials, although some initial reactions from Tehran suggested Mr. Trump\u2019s comments were being treated skeptically.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market retreated from early gains as investors turned cautious ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas policy meeting tomorrow. Trading sentiment remained guarded, with participants opting to stay on the sidelines pending clearer policy direction,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. earlier told 大象传媒 that they have room to raise rates to temper growing inflation risks amid the Middle East conflict.
\nA 大象传媒 poll showed that 11 out of 19 analysts expect the Monetary Board to hike the target reverse repurchase rate by 25 basis points at this week\u2019s meeting. This would bring the benchmark rate to 4.5% and mark the BSP\u2019s first tightening move since October 2023.
\nMost sectoral indices closed lower. Holding firms slid by 1.04% or 48.70 points to 4,628.67; financials sank by 0.92% or 17.59 points to 1,888.57; industrials dropped by 0.85% or 76.28 points to 8,818.31; mining and oil fell by 0.57% or 104.13 points to 18,060.84; and property slipped by 0.21% or 4.36 points to 1,986.44.
\nMeanwhile, services jumped by 0.55% or 15.29 points to 2,758.73.
\nMarket breadth was negative as decliners outnumbered advancers, 105 to 83, while 66 names were unchanged.
\nValue turnover declined to P5.96 billion on Wednesday with 2.86 billion shares traded from the P6.91 billion with 832.76 million issues that changed hands on Tuesday.
\nNet foreign selling climbed to P497.60 million from P311.95 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES retreated on Wednesday, pulling the main index back to the 5,900 level, as investors turned cautious amid worries over the Middle East conflict and ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas\u2019 (BSP) policy meeting.\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.48% or 29.14 points to close at 5,989.56, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.33% or 11.41 points to end at 3,376.12.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s lowest finish in over two weeks or since April 7\u2019s close of 5,957.87.\n\u201cThe local market declined on worries over the situation between the US and Iran. This comes as the two remain without a deal, causing the US to extend the ceasefire agreement while keeping blockade at the Strait of Hormuz,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\nUS President Donald J. Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further peace talks, although it was not clear on Wednesday if Iran or Israel, the US ally in the two-month war, would agree, Reuters reported.\nThere was no response early on Wednesday to Mr. Trump\u2019s announcement from senior Iranian officials, although some initial reactions from Tehran suggested Mr. Trump\u2019s comments were being treated skeptically.\n\u201cThe Philippine market retreated from early gains as investors turned cautious ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas policy meeting tomorrow. Trading sentiment remained guarded, with participants opting to stay on the sidelines pending clearer policy direction,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. earlier told 大象传媒 that they have room to raise rates to temper growing inflation risks amid the Middle East conflict.\nA 大象传媒 poll showed that 11 out of 19 analysts expect the Monetary Board to hike the target reverse repurchase rate by 25 basis points at this week\u2019s meeting. This would bring the benchmark rate to 4.5% and mark the BSP\u2019s first tightening move since October 2023.\nMost sectoral indices closed lower. Holding firms slid by 1.04% or 48.70 points to 4,628.67; financials sank by 0.92% or 17.59 points to 1,888.57; industrials dropped by 0.85% or 76.28 points to 8,818.31; mining and oil fell by 0.57% or 104.13 points to 18,060.84; and property slipped by 0.21% or 4.36 points to 1,986.44.\nMeanwhile, services jumped by 0.55% or 15.29 points to 2,758.73.\nMarket breadth was negative as decliners outnumbered advancers, 105 to 83, while 66 names were unchanged.\nValue turnover declined to P5.96 billion on Wednesday with 2.86 billion shares traded from the P6.91 billion with 832.76 million issues that changed hands on Tuesday.\nNet foreign selling climbed to P497.60 million from P311.95 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-04-22T21:00:52+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-22T19:26:39+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PSE-trading-floor.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=744429", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/21/744429/phl-stocks-edge-up-ahead-of-bsp-policy-meeting/", "title": "PHL stocks edge up ahead of BSP policy meeting", "content_html": "By Alexandria Grace C. Magno, Reporter
\nPHILIPPINE STOCKS inched higher on Tuesday, with investors largely staying on the sidelines ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas\u2019 (BSP) policy meeting and amid lingering uncertainty over the US-Israel war on Iran.
\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index gained 0.04% or 2.67 points to close at 6,018.7, while the broader all-share index added 0.15% or 5.09 points to finish at 3,387.53.
\nMarket sentiment remained cautious, with investors closely monitoring developments surrounding the Middle East war, particularly the fragile cease-fire between the US and Iran.
\nHopes that both sides could still reach a deal before the truce expires helped keep the market in positive territory, though gains were limited by risk aversion.
\n\u201cSentiment was stable as the market looked for updates on the unclear status of peace talks, which continued to limit risk appetite,\u201d Luis A. Limlingan, head of sales at Regina Capital Development Corp., said in a Viber message.
\nHe added that investors are maintaining a wait-and-see stance ahead of the central bank\u2019s policy decision.
\nPhilstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco noted that while optimism over possible diplomatic progress supported equities, cautious positioning persisted due to lingering risks from the war.
\nFocus is also squarely on the BSP\u2019s April 23 policy review, where analysts are divided but leaning toward a rate hike as inflation risks build.
\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. earlier said the central bank has room to raise interest rates to temper price pressures stemming from elevated oil prices linked to the Middle East crisis.
\nA 大象传媒 poll showed that 11 of 19 analysts expect the Monetary Board to raise the benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 4.5%, potentially marking the BSP\u2019s first tightening move since October 2023.
\nThe central bank has said it is closely watching core inflation and the impact of rising prices on lower-income households.
\nSectoral performance was mixed, with four of six indexes closing higher. Holding firms led the gains, climbing 1.04% to 4,677.37, followed by industrials, which rose 0.89% to 8,894.59. Mining and oil added 0.63% to 18,164.97, while financials edged up 0.37% to 1,906.16.
\nOn the other hand, services declined 1.35% to 2,743.44, while property dropped 0.46% to 1,990.8.
\nAmong individual stocks, JG Summit Holdings, Inc. posted the biggest gain, rising 5.95% to P28.50. Ayala Land, Inc. was the top decliner, falling 2.12% to P16.60.
\nMarket breadth was positive, with 106 winners outpacing 90 losers, while 76 stocks were unchanged. However, trading activity slowed, with value turnover dropping to P6.91 billion from P7.17 billion in the previous session.
\nForeign investors remained net sellers, though outflows eased to P311.95 million from P446.83 million a day earlier, reflecting continued caution among offshore funds.
\n", "content_text": "By Alexandria Grace C. Magno, Reporter\nPHILIPPINE STOCKS inched higher on Tuesday, with investors largely staying on the sidelines ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas\u2019 (BSP) policy meeting and amid lingering uncertainty over the US-Israel war on Iran.\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index gained 0.04% or 2.67 points to close at 6,018.7, while the broader all-share index added 0.15% or 5.09 points to finish at 3,387.53.\nMarket sentiment remained cautious, with investors closely monitoring developments surrounding the Middle East war, particularly the fragile cease-fire between the US and Iran.\nHopes that both sides could still reach a deal before the truce expires helped keep the market in positive territory, though gains were limited by risk aversion.\n\u201cSentiment was stable as the market looked for updates on the unclear status of peace talks, which continued to limit risk appetite,\u201d Luis A. Limlingan, head of sales at Regina Capital Development Corp., said in a Viber message. \nHe added that investors are maintaining a wait-and-see stance ahead of the central bank\u2019s policy decision.\nPhilstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco noted that while optimism over possible diplomatic progress supported equities, cautious positioning persisted due to lingering risks from the war.\nFocus is also squarely on the BSP\u2019s April 23 policy review, where analysts are divided but leaning toward a rate hike as inflation risks build.\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. earlier said the central bank has room to raise interest rates to temper price pressures stemming from elevated oil prices linked to the Middle East crisis.\nA 大象传媒 poll showed that 11 of 19 analysts expect the Monetary Board to raise the benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 4.5%, potentially marking the BSP\u2019s first tightening move since October 2023.\nThe central bank has said it is closely watching core inflation and the impact of rising prices on lower-income households.\nSectoral performance was mixed, with four of six indexes closing higher. Holding firms led the gains, climbing 1.04% to 4,677.37, followed by industrials, which rose 0.89% to 8,894.59. Mining and oil added 0.63% to 18,164.97, while financials edged up 0.37% to 1,906.16. \nOn the other hand, services declined 1.35% to 2,743.44, while property dropped 0.46% to 1,990.8.\nAmong individual stocks, JG Summit Holdings, Inc. posted the biggest gain, rising 5.95% to P28.50. Ayala Land, Inc. was the top decliner, falling 2.12% to P16.60.\nMarket breadth was positive, with 106 winners outpacing 90 losers, while 76 stocks were unchanged. However, trading activity slowed, with value turnover dropping to P6.91 billion from P7.17 billion in the previous session. \nForeign investors remained net sellers, though outflows eased to P311.95 million from P446.83 million a day earlier, reflecting continued caution among offshore funds.", "date_published": "2026-04-21T21:00:07+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-21T19:04:50+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PSE-building.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ], "summary": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS inched higher on Tuesday, with investors largely staying on the sidelines ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas\u2019 (BSP) policy meeting and amid lingering uncertainty over the US-Israel war on Iran." }, { "id": "/?p=744116", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/20/744116/psei-up-on-bargain-hunting-as-me-war-continues/", "title": "PSEi up on bargain hunting as ME war continues", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS advanced on Monday as investors picked up bargains and with markets still on edge as the Middle East (ME) war continues amid a fragile ceasefire.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.28% or 16.90 points to close at 6,016.03, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.22% or 7.66 points to end at 3,382.44.
\n\u201cPhilippine equities held their ground, tracking Wall Street gains despite the overnight status change in the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting growing desensitization to volatility driven by developments in the Iran conflict,\u201d AP Securities, Inc. said in a market note.
\n\u201cThe PSEi bounced back from Friday\u2019s drop, reclaiming the 6,000 level on bargain hunting, though gains were tempered by selling pressure in the afternoon session. Sentiment stayed cautious after Iran threatened retaliation over the US seizure of a cargo ship, with its participation in peace talks in Pakistan still unconfirmed,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\nConcerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might collapse after the US said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate, Reuters reported.
\nEfforts to build a more lasting peace in the region also appeared under threat, as Iran said it would not participate in a second round of negotiations that the US had hoped to kick off before the ceasefire expires.
\nThe US has maintained a blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran has lifted and then reimposed its own blockade on marine traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz, which typically handles roughly one-fifth of the world\u2019s oil supply.
\nThe US military said it fired on an Iranian-flagged cargo ship headed towards Iran\u2019s Bandar Abbas port on Sunday after a six-hour standoff, disabling its engines.
\nOil prices jumped more than 5% and stock markets wobbled as traders fretted that the ceasefire would collapse and traffic in and out of the Gulf would remain at a bare minimum.
\nBack home, sectoral indices closed mixed on Monday. Holding firms rose by 0.86% or 39.73 points to 4,629.04; services increased by 0.69% or 19.25 points to 2,781.03; and mining and oil went up by 0.44% or 79.02 points to 18,049.97.
\nMeanwhile, industrials declined by 0.34% or 30.13 points to 8,816.01; property dropped by 0.26% or 5.28 points to 2,000.03; and financials went down by 0.14% or 2.73 points to 1,899.07.
\nDecliners narrowly beat advancers, 105 to 101, while 60 names closed unchanged.
\nValue turnover declined to P7.17 billion on Monday with 686.11 million shares traded from the P7.44 billion with 1.1 billion issues that changed hands on Friday.
\nNet foreign selling decreased to P446.83 million from P1.70 billion in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS advanced on Monday as investors picked up bargains and with markets still on edge as the Middle East (ME) war continues amid a fragile ceasefire.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.28% or 16.90 points to close at 6,016.03, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.22% or 7.66 points to end at 3,382.44.\n\u201cPhilippine equities held their ground, tracking Wall Street gains despite the overnight status change in the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting growing desensitization to volatility driven by developments in the Iran conflict,\u201d AP Securities, Inc. said in a market note. \n\u201cThe PSEi bounced back from Friday\u2019s drop, reclaiming the 6,000 level on bargain hunting, though gains were tempered by selling pressure in the afternoon session. Sentiment stayed cautious after Iran threatened retaliation over the US seizure of a cargo ship, with its participation in peace talks in Pakistan still unconfirmed,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\nConcerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might collapse after the US said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate, Reuters reported.\nEfforts to build a more lasting peace in the region also appeared under threat, as Iran said it would not participate in a second round of negotiations that the US had hoped to kick off before the ceasefire expires.\nThe US has maintained a blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran has lifted and then reimposed its own blockade on marine traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz, which typically handles roughly one-fifth of the world\u2019s oil supply.\nThe US military said it fired on an Iranian-flagged cargo ship headed towards Iran\u2019s Bandar Abbas port on Sunday after a six-hour standoff, disabling its engines.\nOil prices jumped more than 5% and stock markets wobbled as traders fretted that the ceasefire would collapse and traffic in and out of the Gulf would remain at a bare minimum.\nBack home, sectoral indices closed mixed on Monday. Holding firms rose by 0.86% or 39.73 points to 4,629.04; services increased by 0.69% or 19.25 points to 2,781.03; and mining and oil went up by 0.44% or 79.02 points to 18,049.97.\nMeanwhile, industrials declined by 0.34% or 30.13 points to 8,816.01; property dropped by 0.26% or 5.28 points to 2,000.03; and financials went down by 0.14% or 2.73 points to 1,899.07.\nDecliners narrowly beat advancers, 105 to 101, while 60 names closed unchanged.\nValue turnover declined to P7.17 billion on Monday with 686.11 million shares traded from the P7.44 billion with 1.1 billion issues that changed hands on Friday.\nNet foreign selling decreased to P446.83 million from P1.70 billion in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-04-20T21:00:16+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-20T18:20:06+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/PSE-bell.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=743869", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/19/743869/us-iran-conflict-to-keep-market-sentiment-wary/", "title": "US-Iran conflict to keep market sentiment wary", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES may move sideways this week as investors continue to await news of progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran as the Middle East conflict drags on.
\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.06% or 64.56 points to close at 5,999.13, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.7% or 24.03 points to end at 3,374.78.
\nWeek on week, the bellwether index dropped by 99.08 points from its April 10 finish of 6,098.21.
\n\u201cThe market retreated as early recovery attempts resulting from sequel US-Iran talks and Israel-Lebanon\u2019s 10-day ceasefire were doused by supply pressure Friday. Investors remain concerned over heightened risks from an uncertain geopolitical terrain,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.
\n\u201cInvestors took profits after a two-week rally, causing the local market to pull back last week. This shows that investors are still moving with caution as economic risks remain due to the war in the Middle East,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \u201cWhile ceasefire agreements spark hopes of negotiations, investors are also aware that tensions may still reignite.\u201d
\nFor this week, Mr. Tantiangco said the market could move higher on news amid the reported progress in the US-Iran talks.
\n\u201cPositive developments, primarily ones pointing to a deal between the US and Iran, are expected to drive the local market higher. However, lack of such, more so a deterioration of the situation between the two, is expected to bring the market lower.\u201d
\nHowever, the market remains bearish, as shown by PSEi\u2019s slide back below the 6,000 mark, he said.
\nFor its part, 2TradeAsia.com put the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.
\n\u201cWe anticipate sustained pressure on the peso, a weakened government balance sheet, and a slowdown in remittances due to Middle East concentration risk. With runaway inflation pressures keeping interest rates elevated, the risk of stagflation is high,\u201d it said.
\nIran\u2019s top negotiator said recent talks with the US had made progress but gaps remained over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, while President Donald J. Trump cited \u201cvery good conversations\u201d with Tehran despite warning against \u201cblackmail\u201d over the key shipping channel, Reuters reported.
\nNeither side offered any specifics about the state of negotiations on Saturday, days before a fragile ceasefire in the US-Israeli war against Iran is set to expire.
\nThe war, now in its eighth week, has killed thousands, spread to Israeli attacks in Lebanon and sent oil prices surging because of the de facto closure of the strait, which before the war carried one-fifth of the world\u2019s oil shipments.
\nTehran reversed course on Saturday to reassert control over the strait, again closing the energy choke point and adding fresh uncertainty to the war, which the US and Israel launched on Feb. 28. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES may move sideways this week as investors continue to await news of progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran as the Middle East conflict drags on.\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 1.06% or 64.56 points to close at 5,999.13, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.7% or 24.03 points to end at 3,374.78.\nWeek on week, the bellwether index dropped by 99.08 points from its April 10 finish of 6,098.21.\n\u201cThe market retreated as early recovery attempts resulting from sequel US-Iran talks and Israel-Lebanon\u2019s 10-day ceasefire were doused by supply pressure Friday. Investors remain concerned over heightened risks from an uncertain geopolitical terrain,\u201d online brokerage 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.\n\u201cInvestors took profits after a two-week rally, causing the local market to pull back last week. This shows that investors are still moving with caution as economic risks remain due to the war in the Middle East,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \u201cWhile ceasefire agreements spark hopes of negotiations, investors are also aware that tensions may still reignite.\u201d\nFor this week, Mr. Tantiangco said the market could move higher on news amid the reported progress in the US-Iran talks.\n\u201cPositive developments, primarily ones pointing to a deal between the US and Iran, are expected to drive the local market higher. However, lack of such, more so a deterioration of the situation between the two, is expected to bring the market lower.\u201d\nHowever, the market remains bearish, as shown by PSEi\u2019s slide back below the 6,000 mark, he said.\nFor its part, 2TradeAsia.com put the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.\n\u201cWe anticipate sustained pressure on the peso, a weakened government balance sheet, and a slowdown in remittances due to Middle East concentration risk. With runaway inflation pressures keeping interest rates elevated, the risk of stagflation is high,\u201d it said.\nIran\u2019s top negotiator said recent talks with the US had made progress but gaps remained over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, while President Donald J. Trump cited \u201cvery good conversations\u201d with Tehran despite warning against \u201cblackmail\u201d over the key shipping channel, Reuters reported.\nNeither side offered any specifics about the state of negotiations on Saturday, days before a fragile ceasefire in the US-Israeli war against Iran is set to expire.\nThe war, now in its eighth week, has killed thousands, spread to Israeli attacks in Lebanon and sent oil prices surging because of the de facto closure of the strait, which before the war carried one-fifth of the world\u2019s oil shipments.\nTehran reversed course on Saturday to reassert control over the strait, again closing the energy choke point and adding fresh uncertainty to the war, which the US and Israel launched on Feb. 28. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-04-19T21:00:33+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-19T18:08:46+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PSEPSE-Trading-Floor-090920-5.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=743464", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/16/743464/psei-ends-flat-amid-hopes-for-mideast-peace-talks/", "title": "PSEi ends flat amid hopes for Mideast peace talks", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS ended flat on Thursday as the market stayed on the sidelines while awaiting developments in the Middle East conflict.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) edged up by 0.34 point to end at 6,063.69, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.05% or 1.93 points to end at 3,398.81.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended relatively flat as investors remained cautious. Sentiment held steady as the market waits for developments in possible peace talks in the Middle East, keeping risk appetite in check. Despite this, selective buying in key stocks helped keep the market afloat,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe local market moved sideways, reflective of investors\u2019 indecisiveness and cautious trading amid the uncertainties over the Middle East conflict and its impact on the local economy. Hopes of a second round of talks between the US and Iran gave the market support in Thursday\u2019s session,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \u201cHowever, economic effects brought by the war from rising inflation to the possibility of the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) tightening their policy stance weighed on sentiment.\u201d
\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. told 大象传媒 on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank\u2019s 2026 Spring Meetings in Washington, DC that the central bank has room to raise rates to quell rising inflation amid the Middle East conflict as they expect government spending to support growth.
\nMr. Remolona said that second-round effects may emerge sooner than expected as the global oil price shock is expected to spill over into domestic food and transport prices.
\nIn March, elevated oil prices amid the conflict drove inflation to a near two-year high of 4.1%, faster than the BSP\u2019s 3.1%-3.9% forecast and 2%-4% target for the year.
\nIn an off-cycle meeting last month, the Monetary Board left benchmark interest rates unchanged. It last raised borrowing costs in October 2023.
\nSectoral indices were split on Thursday. Industrials rose by 0.99% or 87.61 points to 8,919.86; financials increased by 0.67% or 12.86 points to 1,915.02; and holding firms went up by 0.65% or 30.20 points to 4,678.74.
\nMeanwhile, services declined by 1.79% or 50.61 points to 2,776.75; mining and oil retreated by 0.36% or 65.22 points to 18,017.78; and property went down by 0.04% or 0.90 point to 2,017.08.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 100 to 91, while 64 names closed unchanged.
\nValue turnover decreased to P7.80 billion on Thursday with 2.14 billion shares traded from the P8.16 billion with 1.45 billion issues that changed hands on Wednesday.
\nNet foreign selling went down to P1.01 billion from P1.37 billion in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS ended flat on Thursday as the market stayed on the sidelines while awaiting developments in the Middle East conflict.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) edged up by 0.34 point to end at 6,063.69, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.05% or 1.93 points to end at 3,398.81.\n\u201cThe Philippine market ended relatively flat as investors remained cautious. Sentiment held steady as the market waits for developments in possible peace talks in the Middle East, keeping risk appetite in check. Despite this, selective buying in key stocks helped keep the market afloat,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \n\u201cThe local market moved sideways, reflective of investors\u2019 indecisiveness and cautious trading amid the uncertainties over the Middle East conflict and its impact on the local economy. Hopes of a second round of talks between the US and Iran gave the market support in Thursday\u2019s session,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \u201cHowever, economic effects brought by the war from rising inflation to the possibility of the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) tightening their policy stance weighed on sentiment.\u201d\nBSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. told 大象传媒 on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank\u2019s 2026 Spring Meetings in Washington, DC that the central bank has room to raise rates to quell rising inflation amid the Middle East conflict as they expect government spending to support growth.\nMr. Remolona said that second-round effects may emerge sooner than expected as the global oil price shock is expected to spill over into domestic food and transport prices.\nIn March, elevated oil prices amid the conflict drove inflation to a near two-year high of 4.1%, faster than the BSP\u2019s 3.1%-3.9% forecast and 2%-4% target for the year.\nIn an off-cycle meeting last month, the Monetary Board left benchmark interest rates unchanged. It last raised borrowing costs in October 2023.\nSectoral indices were split on Thursday. Industrials rose by 0.99% or 87.61 points to 8,919.86; financials increased by 0.67% or 12.86 points to 1,915.02; and holding firms went up by 0.65% or 30.20 points to 4,678.74.\nMeanwhile, services declined by 1.79% or 50.61 points to 2,776.75; mining and oil retreated by 0.36% or 65.22 points to 18,017.78; and property went down by 0.04% or 0.90 point to 2,017.08.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 100 to 91, while 64 names closed unchanged.\nValue turnover decreased to P7.80 billion on Thursday with 2.14 billion shares traded from the P8.16 billion with 1.45 billion issues that changed hands on Wednesday.\nNet foreign selling went down to P1.01 billion from P1.37 billion in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "date_published": "2026-04-16T21:00:36+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-16T18:37:46+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PSE.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=743168", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/15/743168/shares-rebound-on-optimism-over-us-iran-talks/", "title": "Shares rebound on optimism over US-Iran talks", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS rebounded on Wednesday on optimism over a possible resolution to the Middle East conflict and as investors picked up bargains after the market\u2019s two-day drop.
\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.83% or 50.25 points to close at 6,063.35, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.58% or 19.76 points to end at 3,396.88.
\n\u201cPhilippine equities tracked regional gains as improving risk sentiment, driven by optimism over a potential resumption of US-Iran peace talks, lifted the global markets today,\u201d AP Securities, Inc. said in a market note.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market rebounded, tracking gains in global markets and improved investor sentiment. Buying pressure emerged after a series of declines, with bargain hunting also driving the recovery,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cOptimism was further supported after the US President Donald J. Trump signaled that the war may be nearing an end, with talks potentially resuming this week.\u201d
\nWorld shares edged towards record highs on Wednesday after Mr. Trump said talks with Iran could resume over the next two days, with hopes for an end to the Iran war capping oil prices at under $100 a barrel, Reuters reported.
\nThe MSCI All-Country World Index rose 0.1%, within sight of its all-time top and on course for its ninth straight day of gains.
\nSigns that diplomatic engagement would continue in the Middle East helped calm markets.
\nAsian shares outside Japan had earlier gained 1.5% to hit the highest level in six weeks. Japan\u2019s Nikkei climbed 0.9% while South Korea\u2019s KOSPI index added 3%.
\nBrent crude futures bounced 1% to $95.77 a barrel after slumping almost 5% overnight.
\nWith the flow of oil still effectively cut off through the Strait of Hormuz, the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday lowered its growth outlook and warned that the global economy would teeter on the brink of recession if the conflict worsens.
\nAll sector counters ended higher on Wednesday. Financials jumped by 1.23% or 23.12 points to 1,902.16; services advanced by 1.20% or 33.67 points to 2,827.36; industrials increased by 0.62% or 54.66 points to 8,832.25; property went up by 0.61% or 12.27 points to 2,017.98; mining and oil rose by 0.32% or 59.34 points to 18,083; and holding firms inched up by 0.03% or 1.75 points to 4,648.54.
\nMarket breadth was positive as advancers outnumbered decliners, 112 to 73, while 63 names closed Wednesday\u2019s trading session unchanged.
\nValue turnover increased to P8.16 billion on Wednesday with 1.45 billion shares traded from the P5.92 billion with 1.48 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.
\nNet foreign selling increased to P1.37 billion from P446.77 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS rebounded on Wednesday on optimism over a possible resolution to the Middle East conflict and as investors picked up bargains after the market\u2019s two-day drop.\nThe Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.83% or 50.25 points to close at 6,063.35, while the broader all shares index went up by 0.58% or 19.76 points to end at 3,396.88.\n\u201cPhilippine equities tracked regional gains as improving risk sentiment, driven by optimism over a potential resumption of US-Iran peace talks, lifted the global markets today,\u201d AP Securities, Inc. said in a market note.\n\u201cThe Philippine market rebounded, tracking gains in global markets and improved investor sentiment. Buying pressure emerged after a series of declines, with bargain hunting also driving the recovery,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cOptimism was further supported after the US President Donald J. Trump signaled that the war may be nearing an end, with talks potentially resuming this week.\u201d\nWorld shares edged towards record highs on Wednesday after Mr. Trump said talks with Iran could resume over the next two days, with hopes for an end to the Iran war capping oil prices at under $100 a barrel, Reuters reported.\nThe MSCI All-Country World Index rose 0.1%, within sight of its all-time top and on course for its ninth straight day of gains.\nSigns that diplomatic engagement would continue in the Middle East helped calm markets.\nAsian shares outside Japan had earlier gained 1.5% to hit the highest level in six weeks. Japan\u2019s Nikkei climbed 0.9% while South Korea\u2019s KOSPI index added 3%.\nBrent crude futures bounced 1% to $95.77 a barrel after slumping almost 5% overnight.\nWith the flow of oil still effectively cut off through the Strait of Hormuz, the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday lowered its growth outlook and warned that the global economy would teeter on the brink of recession if the conflict worsens.\nAll sector counters ended higher on Wednesday. Financials jumped by 1.23% or 23.12 points to 1,902.16; services advanced by 1.20% or 33.67 points to 2,827.36; industrials increased by 0.62% or 54.66 points to 8,832.25; property went up by 0.61% or 12.27 points to 2,017.98; mining and oil rose by 0.32% or 59.34 points to 18,083; and holding firms inched up by 0.03% or 1.75 points to 4,648.54.\nMarket breadth was positive as advancers outnumbered decliners, 112 to 73, while 63 names closed Wednesday\u2019s trading session unchanged.\nValue turnover increased to P8.16 billion on Wednesday with 1.45 billion shares traded from the P5.92 billion with 1.48 billion issues that changed hands on Tuesday.\nNet foreign selling increased to P1.37 billion from P446.77 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-04-15T21:00:29+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-15T18:46:12+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/PSE-trading-floor-traders.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=742816", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/14/742816/stocks-retreat-as-conflict-keeps-market-cautious/", "title": "Stocks retreat as conflict keeps market cautious", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS continued to retreat on Tuesday as investors chose to stay on the sidelines amid continued uncertainty over the Middle East conflict.
\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.67% or 40.95 points to close at 6,013.10, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.27% or 9.40 points to end at 3,377.12.
\n\u201cThe local market extended its decline as investors continue to worry over elevated oil prices and the inflation risks it poses. This comes as tensions in the Middle East continue with the US blockading the Strait of Hormuz,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cThe Philippine market closed lower as buying activity stayed on the sidelines, with investors awaiting further developments surrounding tensions in the Middle East… Overall, cautious positioning prevailed as uncertainty continues to limit risk appetite,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.
\nValue turnover decreased to P5.92 billion on Tuesday with 1.48 billion shares traded from the P7.8 billion with 789.08 million issues that changed hands on Monday.
\nOther Asian stocks advanced while oil prices and the safe-haven dollar fell on Tuesday as investors banked on a resolution to the Middle East war even as the US blocked Iran\u2019s ports after the collapse of peace talks over the weekend, Reuters reported.
\nSources told Reuters that Washington and Tehran have left the door open to dialogue, and a US official said there was forward motion on trying to get to an agreement.
\nThe US military began a blockade of Iran\u2019s ports, angering Tehran and adding uncertainty around the crucial waterway, though shipping data showed a US-sanctioned Chinese tanker passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday.
\n\u201cMarket sentiment was also weighed down by reports that the Philippines lags behind its ASEAN peers in the FDI Confidence Index,\u201d Mr. Limlingan added.
\nThe Philippines fell to 18th out of 25 emerging markets in the 2026 Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index by Kearney with a score of 1.4635. This was the third straight year the Philippines\u2019 ranking declined in the index. It ranked 16th in 2025, 13th in 2024 and 12th in 2023.
\nMost sectoral indices closed lower. Services slid by 1.44% or 40.98 points to 2,793.69; holding firms sank by 1.36% or 64.24 points to 4,646.79; property dropped by 0.11% or 2.27 points to 2,005.71; and financials slipped by 0.05% or 1.05 points to 1,879.04. Meanwhile, mining and oil jumped by 1.02% or 183.37 points to 18,023.66, and industrials went up by 0.75% or 65.65 points to 8,777.59.
\nAdvancers beat decliners, 110 to 93, while 61 names closed unchanged.
\n\u201cMonde Nissin Corp. was the day\u2019s index leader, jumping 6.73% to P6.98. DigiPlus Interactive Corp. was at the tail end, falling 5.39% to P15.80,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.
\nNet foreign selling climbed to P446.77 million from P216.89 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE STOCKS continued to retreat on Tuesday as investors chose to stay on the sidelines amid continued uncertainty over the Middle East conflict.\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.67% or 40.95 points to close at 6,013.10, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.27% or 9.40 points to end at 3,377.12.\n\u201cThe local market extended its decline as investors continue to worry over elevated oil prices and the inflation risks it poses. This comes as tensions in the Middle East continue with the US blockading the Strait of Hormuz,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message. \n\u201cThe Philippine market closed lower as buying activity stayed on the sidelines, with investors awaiting further developments surrounding tensions in the Middle East… Overall, cautious positioning prevailed as uncertainty continues to limit risk appetite,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message.\nValue turnover decreased to P5.92 billion on Tuesday with 1.48 billion shares traded from the P7.8 billion with 789.08 million issues that changed hands on Monday.\nOther Asian stocks advanced while oil prices and the safe-haven dollar fell on Tuesday as investors banked on a resolution to the Middle East war even as the US blocked Iran\u2019s ports after the collapse of peace talks over the weekend, Reuters reported.\nSources told Reuters that Washington and Tehran have left the door open to dialogue, and a US official said there was forward motion on trying to get to an agreement.\nThe US military began a blockade of Iran\u2019s ports, angering Tehran and adding uncertainty around the crucial waterway, though shipping data showed a US-sanctioned Chinese tanker passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday.\n\u201cMarket sentiment was also weighed down by reports that the Philippines lags behind its ASEAN peers in the FDI Confidence Index,\u201d Mr. Limlingan added.\nThe Philippines fell to 18th out of 25 emerging markets in the 2026 Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index by Kearney with a score of 1.4635. This was the third straight year the Philippines\u2019 ranking declined in the index. It ranked 16th in 2025, 13th in 2024 and 12th in 2023.\nMost sectoral indices closed lower. Services slid by 1.44% or 40.98 points to 2,793.69; holding firms sank by 1.36% or 64.24 points to 4,646.79; property dropped by 0.11% or 2.27 points to 2,005.71; and financials slipped by 0.05% or 1.05 points to 1,879.04. Meanwhile, mining and oil jumped by 1.02% or 183.37 points to 18,023.66, and industrials went up by 0.75% or 65.65 points to 8,777.59.\nAdvancers beat decliners, 110 to 93, while 61 names closed unchanged.\n\u201cMonde Nissin Corp. was the day\u2019s index leader, jumping 6.73% to P6.98. DigiPlus Interactive Corp. was at the tail end, falling 5.39% to P15.80,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said. \nNet foreign selling climbed to P446.77 million from P216.89 million in the previous session. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-04-14T21:00:45+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-14T19:08:37+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/PSE-bell-1.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=742477", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/13/742477/psei-falls-as-us-iran-talks-end-without-peace-deal/", "title": "PSEi falls as US-Iran talks end without peace deal", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES ended in the red on Monday, halting a three-day climb as sentiment soured again after talks between the United States and Iran ended over the weekend without a deal to end the war.
\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.72% or 44.16 points to close at 6,054.05, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.64% or 22.01 points to end at 3,386.52.
\nThe PSEi slipped to the 5,900 level on Monday, logging an intraday low of 5,970.75, but managed to recoup its losses to finish at the session\u2019s high.
\n\u201cThe market pulled back as worries over the war in the Middle East resurfaced. This comes as the US and Iran failed to reach a deal in their meeting last weekend followed by President Trump ordering the US Navy to blockade the Strait of Hormuz,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\n\u201cPhilippine equities closed in the red as renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East dampened investor sentiment. Concerns escalated after Donald J. Trump threatened Iran with a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, reigniting fears of supply disruptions and a spike in global oil prices,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cCrude has already surged above $100 per barrel following the announcement, raising inflation risks and weighing on risk assets globally.\u201d
\nBrent crude futures rose $6.67 or 7% to $101.87 a barrel by 0630 GMT after settling 0.75% lower on Friday. US West Texas Intermediate was up $7.26 or 7.5% at $103.83 a barrel following a 1.33% loss in the previous session, Reuters reported.
\nPresident Donald J. Trump said on Sunday the US Navy would start blockading the Strait of Hormuz, raising the stakes after marathon talks with Iran failed to reach a deal to end the war and jeopardizing a fragile two-week ceasefire.
\nBack home, most sectoral indices closed lower on Monday. Financials slid by 2.34% or 45.16 points to 1,880.09; property sank by 1.53% or 31.34 points to 2,007.98; mining and oil dropped by 0.96% or 173.88 points to 17,840.29; industrials retreated by 0.85% or 75.32 points to 8,711.94; and holding firms went down by 0.35% or 16.77 points to 4,711.03.
\nMeanwhile, services jumped by 1.01% or 28.54 points to 2,834.67.
\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 121 to 82, while 69 names closed unchanged.
\n\u201cOnly four index members closed the day with gains led by Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc., climbing 4.03% to P31. JG Summit Holdings, Inc. was the worst index performer, dropping 5.23% to P27.20,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said.
\nValue turnover increased to P7.8 billion on Monday with 789.08 million shares traded from the P6.91 billion with 638.57 million issues that changed hands on Friday.
\nNet foreign selling was at P216.89 million versus the P1.5 million in net buying recorded on Friday. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES ended in the red on Monday, halting a three-day climb as sentiment soured again after talks between the United States and Iran ended over the weekend without a deal to end the war.\nThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell by 0.72% or 44.16 points to close at 6,054.05, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.64% or 22.01 points to end at 3,386.52.\nThe PSEi slipped to the 5,900 level on Monday, logging an intraday low of 5,970.75, but managed to recoup its losses to finish at the session\u2019s high.\n\u201cThe market pulled back as worries over the war in the Middle East resurfaced. This comes as the US and Iran failed to reach a deal in their meeting last weekend followed by President Trump ordering the US Navy to blockade the Strait of Hormuz,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\n\u201cPhilippine equities closed in the red as renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East dampened investor sentiment. Concerns escalated after Donald J. Trump threatened Iran with a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, reigniting fears of supply disruptions and a spike in global oil prices,\u201d Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales Luis A. Limlingan said in a Viber message. \u201cCrude has already surged above $100 per barrel following the announcement, raising inflation risks and weighing on risk assets globally.\u201d\nBrent crude futures rose $6.67 or 7% to $101.87 a barrel by 0630 GMT after settling 0.75% lower on Friday. US West Texas Intermediate was up $7.26 or 7.5% at $103.83 a barrel following a 1.33% loss in the previous session, Reuters reported.\nPresident Donald J. Trump said on Sunday the US Navy would start blockading the Strait of Hormuz, raising the stakes after marathon talks with Iran failed to reach a deal to end the war and jeopardizing a fragile two-week ceasefire.\nBack home, most sectoral indices closed lower on Monday. Financials slid by 2.34% or 45.16 points to 1,880.09; property sank by 1.53% or 31.34 points to 2,007.98; mining and oil dropped by 0.96% or 173.88 points to 17,840.29; industrials retreated by 0.85% or 75.32 points to 8,711.94; and holding firms went down by 0.35% or 16.77 points to 4,711.03.\nMeanwhile, services jumped by 1.01% or 28.54 points to 2,834.67.\nDecliners outnumbered advancers, 121 to 82, while 69 names closed unchanged.\n\u201cOnly four index members closed the day with gains led by Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc., climbing 4.03% to P31. JG Summit Holdings, Inc. was the worst index performer, dropping 5.23% to P27.20,\u201d Mr. Tantiangco said. \nValue turnover increased to P7.8 billion on Monday with 789.08 million shares traded from the P6.91 billion with 638.57 million issues that changed hands on Friday.\nNet foreign selling was at P216.89 million versus the P1.5 million in net buying recorded on Friday. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-04-13T21:00:47+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-13T18:39:55+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PSE-board.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] }, { "id": "/?p=742203", "url": "/stock-market/2026/04/12/742203/cautious-trading-seen-with-us-iran-talks-in-focus/", "title": "Cautious trading seen with US-Iran talks in focus", "content_html": "PHILIPPINE SHARES may move sideways as investors monitor updates on the US-Iran conflict, with market sentiment to be driven by the outcome of talks between the warring countries.
\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.13% or 8.30 points to close at 6,098.21, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.19% or 6.63 points to end at 3,408.53.
\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s best close in nearly a month or since it ended at 6,113.58 on March 12.
\nWeek on week, the bellwether index went up by 99.53 points from its April 1 finish of 5,998.68.
\n\u201cLocal equities regained their poise above the 6,000 psychological zone, as the US-Iran two-week ceasefire triggered a sharp decline in oil prices, soothing inflation concerns,\u201d 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.
\n\u201cThe ceasefire between the US and Iran sparked optimism in the local market, causing it to rise further last week. In the process, the market was able to get back above the 6,000 level,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.
\nFor this week, developments in the Middle East will continue to be the main sentiment driver, he said.
\n\u201cProgressing negotiations and signs that a deal would be reached is expected to lift the market further. If the situation regresses, however, the local market is expected to decline. Overall, investors are still advised to be cautious as the US-Iran ceasefire is deemed fragile.\u201d
\nHe said technical indicators point to a cautiously bullish outlook, adding that progress in the talks could help the PSEi retest its 6,150 resistance line.
\n\u201cThe global macroeconomic landscape remains tethered to the fragile stability of the Middle East. While a ceasefire between the US and Iran has officially commenced, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz from past days\u2019 data remains a mere trickle… Near-term projections suggest the fuel crisis may worsen before it improves,\u201d 2TradeAsia.com added. \u201cWhile market cycles suggest a recovery is inevitable, the immediate path is rocky and likely to get worse before it gets better.\u201d
\nIt placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.
\nThe US and Iran failed to reach an agreement to end their war despite lengthy talks that concluded on Sunday in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, jeopardizing a fragile ceasefire, Reuters reported.
\nEach side blamed the other for the failure of the 21-hour-long negotiations to end fighting that has killed thousands and sent global oil prices soaring since it began over six weeks ago.
\nIran\u2019s semi-official Tasnim news agency said that \u201cexcessive\u201d US demands had hindered reaching an agreement. Other Iranian media said there was agreement on a number of issues but that the Strait of Hormuz and Iran\u2019s nuclear program were the main points of difference.
\nThe two sides agreed on Tuesday to a two-week ceasefire in an attempt to wind down a war that began on Feb. 28 with air strikes by the US and Israel on Iran. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters
\n", "content_text": "PHILIPPINE SHARES may move sideways as investors monitor updates on the US-Iran conflict, with market sentiment to be driven by the outcome of talks between the warring countries.\nOn Friday, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 0.13% or 8.30 points to close at 6,098.21, while the broader all shares index went down by 0.19% or 6.63 points to end at 3,408.53.\nThis was the PSEi\u2019s best close in nearly a month or since it ended at 6,113.58 on March 12.\nWeek on week, the bellwether index went up by 99.53 points from its April 1 finish of 5,998.68.\n\u201cLocal equities regained their poise above the 6,000 psychological zone, as the US-Iran two-week ceasefire triggered a sharp decline in oil prices, soothing inflation concerns,\u201d 2TradeAsia.com said in a note.\n\u201cThe ceasefire between the US and Iran sparked optimism in the local market, causing it to rise further last week. In the process, the market was able to get back above the 6,000 level,\u201d Philstocks Financial, Inc. Research Manager Japhet Louis O. Tantiangco said in a Viber message.\nFor this week, developments in the Middle East will continue to be the main sentiment driver, he said.\n\u201cProgressing negotiations and signs that a deal would be reached is expected to lift the market further. If the situation regresses, however, the local market is expected to decline. Overall, investors are still advised to be cautious as the US-Iran ceasefire is deemed fragile.\u201d\nHe said technical indicators point to a cautiously bullish outlook, adding that progress in the talks could help the PSEi retest its 6,150 resistance line.\n\u201cThe global macroeconomic landscape remains tethered to the fragile stability of the Middle East. While a ceasefire between the US and Iran has officially commenced, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz from past days\u2019 data remains a mere trickle… Near-term projections suggest the fuel crisis may worsen before it improves,\u201d 2TradeAsia.com added. \u201cWhile market cycles suggest a recovery is inevitable, the immediate path is rocky and likely to get worse before it gets better.\u201d\nIt placed the PSEi\u2019s immediate support at 5,800, resistance at 6,050, and secondary resistance at 6,300.\nThe US and Iran failed to reach an agreement to end their war despite lengthy talks that concluded on Sunday in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, jeopardizing a fragile ceasefire, Reuters reported.\nEach side blamed the other for the failure of the 21-hour-long negotiations to end fighting that has killed thousands and sent global oil prices soaring since it began over six weeks ago.\nIran\u2019s semi-official Tasnim news agency said that \u201cexcessive\u201d US demands had hindered reaching an agreement. Other Iranian media said there was agreement on a number of issues but that the Strait of Hormuz and Iran\u2019s nuclear program were the main points of difference.\nThe two sides agreed on Tuesday to a two-week ceasefire in an attempt to wind down a war that began on Feb. 28 with air strikes by the US and Israel on Iran. \u2014 Alexandria Grace C. Magno with Reuters", "date_published": "2026-04-12T21:00:59+08:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-12T17:46:01+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/cedadiantityclea/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/fc38d2668fdee8f1e2b22df5e72ae6f4ad265ab7814de4aa60060edd377a70ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/PSE-stocks-bell.jpg", "tags": [ "Alexandria Grace C. Magno", "Editors' Picks", "One News", "Stock Market", "大象传媒" ] } ] }