Philippine Markets Newsletter

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....

This water supply company shows its commitment to provide quality services through its expansion and maintenance initiatives. However, its as-reported data doesn’t seem to see this as a profitable opportunity....

A Singapore-based company called Bizbaz, which specializes in credit scoring and risk models assessment, has partnered with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC). This partnership will allow RCBC Bank to use Bizbaz’s AI-driven credit scoring technology to expand its lending business and reach more customers....

Filipinos’ affinity for imported products has contributed to the Philippines’ prolonged trade deficit, with a consistent pattern of importing more than exporting....

This semiconductor company continued to evolve over the years through its expansion initiatives. However, its as-reported data doesn’t seem to see this as a profitable opportunity....

With our macro and credit indicators, most of them point to the direction that the Philippine economy is currently robust. However, our credit model tells us that some of the largest companies in the country may face operational and debt challenges....

This mining firm is creating opportunities for growth within its operations. It did this by expanding its presence in the renewable energy (“RE”) sector, which is driving the demand for its principal product....

In May, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) granted approval to the Philippine Stock Exchange (“PSE”) for the introduction of short-selling, which has now officially launched earlier today....

As the financial landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, UnionBank continues to build agile and tailored products to its customers’ evolving needs....

This real estate developer does not seem to have issues with demand despite macroeconomic pressures....

We’ve discussed and reached the consensus that the Philippine economy has successfully rebounded from the COVID-19-induced lockdowns, entering a new phase of the economic cycle. Both consumers and businesses appear to exude confidence in this revival....

This conglomerate is fortifying its portfolio amid macroeconomic hurdles....

The holiday season is fast approaching, and in the Philippines, it extends for several months before and after the Christmas and New Year’s week....

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In the world of finance, data plays a crucial role in supporting economic theories and guiding people to make financial decisions. Interestingly, even when the numbers are entirely accurate, data can be presented in a way that aligns with a particular narrative....

This coal producer has effectively taken advantage of favorable market conditions and historical coal prices, recording its most profitable year to date....

Numerous barometers are utilized to track inflation, with some notable ones including the Consumer Price Index (“CPI”), Core Inflation, and Personal Consumption Price Index. Each of these measures focuses on a distinct basket of goods and services....

To enhance its operations, AB Capital Group is set to leverage SS&C Aloha, an SS&C Technologies platform....