Philippine Markets Newsletter

This packaged foods and meats company specializes in manufacturing and exporting coconut products to top-tier clients. However, as reported data doesn’t seem to think so with ROAs only reaching 5%...

With a focus on resilient domestic demand, stable market conditions, and employment, coupled with easing inflation and a commitment to infrastructure, the nation anticipates significant economic expansion....

Happy New Year!...

Despite a slump in recent years caused by the pandemic, this food ingredients and plastics manufacturer was resilient and saw significant growth thanks to its export business and production expansion initiatives....

The new Metrobank app offers waived InstaPay fees in sending money for small transfers (PHP 1,000 or less) until June 30, 2024. In addition, QR payments across banks and e-wallets are also seamless, offering fee-free transfers for up to PHP 1,000...

Despite inflationary pressures, the construction industry persevered in 2022. Alongside the growth of this sector, suppliers of construction materials also benefited from this development....

Despite recent hurdles, this retail company persevered and came back stronger thanks to its continued cost optimization, expansion, and digitalization initiatives....

Last week, we delved into the latest GDP print and underscored the limitations of using GDP as an accurate gauge of economic health and growth....

This food and beverage leader continues to look for ways to improve its operational strategies and grow its market reach. Despite a tough year in the macroenvironment, this company was still able to find multiple growth opportunities to provide consumers with its well-known brands....

The latest Q3 GDP print has broken its downward trend. What does this say about the Philippine economy?...

Nothing could have prepared the academic institutions for what came during the pandemic, specifically the full shift towards online learning. However, this school was able to adjust and remain at the top of its game amidst several economic challenges....

Many analysts and pundits started harping on about another recession in the U.S. as soon as the previous recession ended. It was all gloom and doom for them even when parts of the economy boomed....

Surprisingly, construction was not the top business of this conglomerate in 2022 despite its origins. Its strengths rely on its ability to diversify and recognize avenues for growth....