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Metrobank US-Iran Risk Index: Fragile ceasefire
Doubts remain despite a temporary respite from hostilities
Economy
Metrobank US-Iran Risk Index: A new hope
The US and Iran have agreed to a temporary ceasefire, which may finally provide some relief to market players.
April 8, 2026
Understanding Preferred Shares
April 8, 2026
Inflation Update: The case to tighten
Headline inflation quickened in March, building the case for a policy rate hike.
April 7, 2026
Metrobank US-Iran Risk Index: Deadline approaching
Market players hold their breath as US President Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz draws near.
April 7, 2026
Metrobank US-Iran Risk Index: Dire straits
The struggle to reopen the Strait of Hormuz continues.
April 6, 2026
Metrobank US-Iran Risk Index: Signals of an end
US President Donald Trump reportedly signals willingness to end the war. Still, uncertainties remain.
April 1, 2026
Inflation Preview: March madness
The conflict in the Middle East will fan Philippine inflation and steepen the local bond yield curve.
March 31, 2026
Metrobank US-Iran Risk Index: Sending reinforcements
The US ramped up its military presence in the Middle East, heightening risk levels in markets.
March 31, 2026
Metrobank US-Iran Risk Index: No time to settle down
Financial markets stayed on edge as chances for an immediate end to the conflict became slim.
March 30, 2026