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Market Outlook With the release of both business and consumer expectation survey by the BSP which signifies less optimism this 3rd quarter we can still see this also in our markets as it snapped its 2 week gain upon the … Continue reading →

Market Outlook Local markets will continue to be sentimental driven on the inflation data released yesterday, disappointed GDP, weaker currency will continue to be felt in the market.  Several banks have already issued LTNCD (Long term Negotiable Certificate of Deposits) … Continue reading →

Market Outlook With inflation data coming out at 6.4%, beating the consensus expectation of 5.9%-6.2%, another catalyst to be watched out for would be the BSP interest rate decision on September 27. We may see the BSP increase its rate. … Continue reading →

Market Outlook DoF finally admits most likely Annual GDP will miss the 7-8% target as inflation and not be sustained by growing infrastructure but reiterated the above 6.5% range target GDP for 2018. This may add to the existing negative … Continue reading →

Market Outlook Consensus Estimates that 5.9% to 6.1% inflation even breaches the commitment of inflation not reaching by 6% said the BSP. This may add pressure on the earnings of listed companies most especially on the consumer sector. Peso- Dollar … Continue reading →

Market Outlook The renewed trade war tensions have been a drag for the market on the last trading day of August. Nonetheless, the market still closed with minimal gains as investors took opportunities on battered stocks. Developments on trade issues … Continue reading →

Market Outlook On Thursday, thin gains were made on the back of lackluster value traded. The local equities market remains dull, ready to be pounced by the bears anytime, as strong positive narratives are yet to be found. The peso … Continue reading →

Market Outlook Net foreign buying and positive projections of the government on the Philippine economy failed to hold the market on Wednesday as profit taking ventures took over. Sentiments from recent global developments have already simmered down. Meanwhile, a new … Continue reading →

Market Outlook Positive developments on the global front particularly the possible revival of more North American trade deals may keep global markets afloat including our local bourse. On the local side, economic managers hold on to their 7- 8% economic … Continue reading →