Analysis

Grappling with hawkish dissents and a slowing labor market, the US Fed’s next move is a coin toss.

Recently proposed fiscal reforms promise to relieve the Filipino taxpayer. Will these be enough to put household consumption back on track?

Article update on August 11, 2026, 05:17 pm: Sovereign and corporate credits attracted buyers after weeks of subdued activity, but monetary policy and geopolitical uncertainties persist

Attention remains on earnings releases, while US-Iran negotiations run in the background, with prospects of a trade agreement.

Local bonds saw a strong week amid easing risks and a tepid economy.

The Philippine economy grew by 2.3% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, nearing levels last seen during the global financial crisis.

Philippine headline inflation eased in July, although knock on effects of high oil prices on other goods persist

The US Treasury yield curve steepened and credit spreads widened after the Fed said it will not hesitate to act to bring inflation lower

The first coordinated US-Japan currency intervention in decades has jolted foreign exchange markets, prompting investors to reassess their strategies.