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Philippine Stock Exchange Index Shows Gains Amid Positive U.S. Economic Data
The PSEi rises as regional markets react to U.S. inflation trends and trade uncertainties.
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) rose by 0.22 percent, or 14.27 points, closing a shortened trading week at 6,395.59. This positive performance followed a one-day market break, driven largely by encouraging economic indicators from the United States.
The broader All Shares index also increased, gaining 0.24 percent or 9.12 points to settle at 3,785.31, reflecting a general positive sentiment across the local stock market.
Luis Limlingan from Regina Capital indicated that the increase in Philippine stocks was influenced by recent data from the U.S., which suggested a more resilient economy.
The producer price index for May rose by only 0.1 percent, a figure that was lower than analysts’ expectations.
This data has contributed to optimism regarding potential easing of inflationary pressures, subsequently leading to a decrease in bond yields following the report.
Despite the positive economic indicators, market gains were somewhat restrained due to renewed uncertainties regarding international trade.
President Trump's indication that the July 8 tariff deadline may be extended, coupled with a remark that it might become unnecessary if trade discussions conclude promptly, has added a layer of complexity to the market outlook.
Total value turnover on the Philippine stock market was robust, amounting to approximately P9.87 billion.
Sector performance varied, with the mining and oil sector recording the most significant increase, surging by 4.32 percent.
Conversely, the holding firms and services sectors saw declines of 0.48 percent and 0.41 percent, respectively.
In terms of market performance, advancers outnumbered decliners by a margin of 108 to 92, while 47 issues remained unchanged during the session.
BDO emerged as the most actively traded stock, rising by 2.68 percent to P160.70 per share.
SM Investments, on the other hand, saw a decline of 0.57 percent, closing at P875.
Both BDO and SM Investments were included in Forbes’ recent Global 2000 list, which ranks the largest public companies across the globe, highlighting the significance of these firms in the regional and global economy.
The broader All Shares index also increased, gaining 0.24 percent or 9.12 points to settle at 3,785.31, reflecting a general positive sentiment across the local stock market.
Luis Limlingan from Regina Capital indicated that the increase in Philippine stocks was influenced by recent data from the U.S., which suggested a more resilient economy.
The producer price index for May rose by only 0.1 percent, a figure that was lower than analysts’ expectations.
This data has contributed to optimism regarding potential easing of inflationary pressures, subsequently leading to a decrease in bond yields following the report.
Despite the positive economic indicators, market gains were somewhat restrained due to renewed uncertainties regarding international trade.
President Trump's indication that the July 8 tariff deadline may be extended, coupled with a remark that it might become unnecessary if trade discussions conclude promptly, has added a layer of complexity to the market outlook.
Total value turnover on the Philippine stock market was robust, amounting to approximately P9.87 billion.
Sector performance varied, with the mining and oil sector recording the most significant increase, surging by 4.32 percent.
Conversely, the holding firms and services sectors saw declines of 0.48 percent and 0.41 percent, respectively.
In terms of market performance, advancers outnumbered decliners by a margin of 108 to 92, while 47 issues remained unchanged during the session.
BDO emerged as the most actively traded stock, rising by 2.68 percent to P160.70 per share.
SM Investments, on the other hand, saw a decline of 0.57 percent, closing at P875.
Both BDO and SM Investments were included in Forbes’ recent Global 2000 list, which ranks the largest public companies across the globe, highlighting the significance of these firms in the regional and global economy.
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