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This week in the stock market
The mining and energy company’s strong dividend yield highlights its value and income potential amid market uncertainties. The upcoming ex-dividend in April may serve as an opportunity to capture the dividend or potential share-price appreciation
(Disclaimer: This is general investment information only and does not constitute an offer or guarantee, with all investment decisions made at your own risk. The bank takes no responsibility for any potential losses.)
For the first half of 2025, staying in liquid and quality stock names shall be the core strategy given the fragile but improving economic outlook. From a stock picking standpoint, companies favored include those that could benefit from the current economic backdrop, has exposure to resilient consumer segments, earnings visibility, and strong cash flow generation capable of weathering fast inflation and higher interest rates. Given economic and financial-market developments, banks, utilities, shipping, and select consumer names are favored.
| Stock | Call | Index Weight | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SCC) | Overweight | 1.0% | Given market uncertainty, SCC’s strong dividend yield underscores the mining and energy company’s value and income potential. The upcoming ex-dividend date in April may act as a catalyst for investors seeking to capture the dividend or benefit from potential price appreciation. |
| International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICT) | Neutral | 10.8% | ICT delivered outstanding financial results for 2024, with management highlighting limited direct exposure of is port operations to US import policy shifts. However, elevated global political and economic uncertainties revolving around the trade war may put pressure in the near-term outlook despite the company showing strong and stable business operations. |
| China Banking Corporation (CBC) | Underweight | 3.7% | With its recent inclusion in the PSEi, the stock reflects improving investor confidence. This is supported by robust loan and income growth and improved financial health. However, the stock’s price relative to its accounting value is lagging its recent strong earnings reports, suggesting limited potential for further stock price appreciation. |
