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Inflation Update: Philippine inflation set to continue downward trend
The central bank is expected to deliver two more rate cuts before year-end
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Philippines: Can Remolona forge ahead of the Fed again?
The BSP governor’s strategic rate cuts came before US Fed moves, balancing growth and inflation amid economic uncertainties.
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Rates & Bonds2 MIN READ
Trade Plan: Seize opportunities in Indonesian and Philippine sovereign bonds
You can maximize Indonesia’s 10-year and 30-year sovereign bonds along with Philippine 5.5-year and 10.5-year bonds.
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PHL inflation cools in boon for rate cuts
Inflation slowed, as expected, to a seven-month low in August due to a moderate rise in food and a decline in transport costs, making the case...
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Currencies3 MIN READ
Dollar eases ahead of US payrolls test
NEW YORK - The US dollar eased against most major currencies on Thursday in choppy trading as investors braced for Friday's US payrolls report...
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TODAY’S REPORT
September 6, 2024
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- The benchmark S&P 500 index dipped 0.30% after the short-lived boost from economic reports faded. Investors now eye key jobs data due on Friday.
- Tesla gained nearly 5% after the electric-vehicle maker said it will launch its full self-driving advanced driver assistance software in the first quarter next year in Europe and China.
- US payrolls probably rose 165,000 last month following July’s 114,000 increase, according to the median estimate in a Bloomberg survey of economist.
- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Thursday said it would boost investments in human development, infrastructure and disaster resilience in the next six years to help the Philippines achieve inclusive growth.
- Philippine inflation slowed to a seven-month low of 3.3% in August, down from 4.4% in July. The dip was driven by moderate food price increases and a decline in transport costs.
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Investment Ideas: September 6, 2024
Here are our latest picks and calls to help you create your ideal investment portfolio.
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Philippines: Can Remolona forge ahead of the Fed again?
The BSP governor’s strategic rate cuts came before US Fed moves, balancing growth and inflation amid economic uncertainties.
Economy
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Inflation Update: Philippine inflation set to continue downward trend
The central bank is expected to deliver two more rate cuts before year-end
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Investment Ideas: September 5, 2024
Here are our latest picks and calls to help you create your ideal investment portfolio.
Economy
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Will we see a slide in August inflation?
Movements in the prices of rice and other commodities have likely steered the trajectory of inflation downwards.
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Investment Ideas: September 4, 2024
Here are our latest picks and calls to help you create your ideal investment portfolio.
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Equities4 MIN READ
Mixed results for food and beverage giants amid consumer caution
Value-focused strategies and global expansion yield mixed results for food and beverage sector in 1H 2024
Equities4 MIN READ
Telco titans dial up profits in Q2 2024
Globe Telecom leads the charge as fintech ventures boost sector performance
Investment Tips4 MIN READ
Harnessing the potential of fixed income UITFs
Fixed income UITFs may be the missing piece in your investment portfolio.
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A 5-step guide to creating your ideal investment portfolio
Turn these simple steps into a checklist to make sure your investment funds are in the right place.
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Switch trade success: How a timely bond switch secured better returns
When a client’s bond portfolio faced potential reinvestment risks, we saw an opportunity. Through a carefully executed switch trade, we created a strategy for enhanced yields and long-term stability.
Investment Tips2 MIN READ
US Elections 2024: Market-moving policies and a potential Democratic shake-up
Here is what investors need to know about the US elections so far.
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What are sovereign bonds and how do they work?
Sovereign bonds can be a means for a government to secure funding from foreign investors to help fund its various projects and programs.
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2024 Mid-Year Economic Briefing: Navigating the Easing Cycle
In our most recent webinar, financial markets experts from Metrobank and our credits research partner CreditSights, discuss the possible effects on the investing environment amid an expected easing of inflationary pressures. June 21, 2024
Investing with Love: A Mother’s Guide to Putting Money to Work
In this webinar by First Metro Securities, you will learn about how a mother’s love can be related to investing. May 15, 2024
Investor Series: An Introduction to Estate Planning
In this webinar organized by the CFA Society Philippines, Wanda Beltran, Metrobank Head of the Accounts Management Division under the Trust Banking Group, shares some hard-earned lessons about poor estate planning and some tools and tips that can help people build an equitable legacy for their loved ones. September 1, 2023Webinars
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Inflation Update: Inflation is slower than expected in April
We have revised our inflation forecasts for 2024 and 2025 amid weaking inflationary pressures.
