Philippine Stock Market Weekly

In this podcast episode, Host and Business Development Section Head for Mindanao, JP Billones interviews our Market Consultant, Aaron Say - to help you make the most out of fundamental analysis, technical analysis, and how to build your own personalized trading system. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just starting your investment journey, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and invaluable insights to help you navigate the market with confidence. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez shares our updated insights on Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. (CNVRG). Adel also discussed why CNVRG is well-positioned to leverage on current trends in fixed-line broadband. Adel also disclosed our new target price for CNVRG. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez shares our updated insights on PLDT Inc (TEL). Adel also discussed why TEL has solid market shares and compelling valuations. Adel also disclosed our new target price for TEL. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez shares our updated insights on Globe Telecom Inc (GLO). Adel also discussed why shifting focus to core telco business is key for GLO. Adel also disclosed our new target price for the counter. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

In this episode, FirstMetroSec’s Visayas Business Development Officer, Monneth Pangatungan and Mindanao Section Head, JP Billones discussed the basics of tender offer. They also shared about the current Metro Pacific Investments Corporation tender offer and the options that shareholders' face and their implications. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

Time for another wrap-up! In this episode, Royce Aguilar, Department Head for Retail Research, discussed the reasons for the rally in global markets in June 2023 and why the PH has underperformed. Find out what to anticipate in the coming months ad investors try to gauge the monetary policy in the U.S. Royce also shared the Research Team’s recent company updates. Tune in to know our top picks and grab trading ideas from the Q&A portion.

To commemorate First Metro’s 60th Anniversary milestone, we are delighted to present a special episode of The Trading Room, featuring our very own Mr. Francisco Sebastian. Mr. Sebastian served as First Metro president from 1997 to 2011 and as chairman from 2011 to 2022. He is currently a senior adviser to the board of First Metro. Listen to our insightful and engaging conversation with the man who made an indelible mark on the company’s growth and success. Designed as a virtual talk show, The Trading Room engages the country’s foremost executives, policymakers, and market movers in a casual, more relaxed but insightful and informative conversation. Aside from a discussion on current topics and latest market developments, we also try to get to know the men and women behind their successes, as well as learn from their wealth of experience. It is hosted by the head of our Sales & Distribution Group, Peter Bautista.

In this episode, FirstMetroSec’s Equity Research Associate Joan Batara discussed our updated insights on Monde Nissin Corp. Joan also shared why we further downgraded our estimates on MONDE and elaborated the instances on when we will turn bullish on the stock. Joan also disclosed our new target price for MONDE. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Joan Batara shares our updated insights on Jollibee Foods Corp. Joan also discussed why JFC’s operating metrics (i.e. system-wide sales, margins, and free cash flow) are trending in the right direction. Joan also disclosed our new target price for JFC. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez discusses Globe Telecom, Inc.’s (GLO) earnings performance last first quarter of 2023. Adel reiterated that we continue to see downside pressure on GLO’s core telco businesses. More of GLO’s earnings performance, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez has an update on PLDT, Inc. (TEL), this time regarding its earnings performance last first quarter of 2023. Adel reiterated our view that TEL can mitigate the impact of rising competition (esp. from mobile) to its earnings – thanks to its strong positioning in the fixed-line broadband segment. More of TEL’s earnings performance, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

In this episode, Host and Equity Research Department Head for Retail Research, Royce Aguilar is joined by ATRAM Group's Multi-Asset Analyst Luis Miguel Lopa and Business Development Manager Ms. Ericka Ninon - to talk about their economic as well as global market outlook. ATRAM also shared their tips on the factors to consider in choosing a mutual fund. Lastly, ATRAM explained the benefits of having a UITF in one’s portfolio. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

Time for another wrap-up! In this episode, we discuss the stock market highlights in May 2023. Listen to Royce Aguilar as he shares the options should a company conduct a tender offer. Royce also discussed the updates on some of the companies they cover. Tune in to know our top picks this month and grab trading ideas from the Q&A, all in our latest episode.

Is it wise to buy into DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (PLUS)? In this episode, FirstMetroSec’s Royce Aguilar sits down with Andy Tsui, the President of PLUS, and talks about the measures the company implemented that lead to a turnaround in the first quarter of 2023. The two also tackled about the reason for the recent change in corporate name as well as the plans moving forward for BingoPlus and the rest of its Retail business. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez shares our updated insights on BDO Unibank, Inc. Adel also discussed that while BDO had strong results in the first quarter of 2023, we have three things we are keeping our eyes on. Adel also disclosed our new target price for BDO. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

In this episode, FirstMetroSec’s Equity Research Associate Adel Bermudez discussed our updated insights on Bank of the Philippine Islands. Adel also shared our take on the pending merger of BPI and Robinsons Bank. Adel also disclosed our new target price for BPI. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

In this economic briefing, the Ateneo Center for Economic Research and Development (ACERD) shared comprehensive updates on the macroeconomic performance of the Philippines. Hear it straight from the distinguished economists from ACERD and gain first access to their economic outlook and insights for the Philippines amid lingering global headwinds today.

In this Market Bites episode, FirstMetroSec’s Joan Batara talks about Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc. Joan shares her thoughts on the acquisition of a 6.5% equity stake in the Bank of the Philippine Islands. She also shares FirstMetroSec’s new target price for RRHI. These and more, only here on Philippine Stock Market Weekly.

FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez discusses why we think the fixed-line space will remain a tough market to penetrate for Globe Telecom, Inc. (GLO). Moreover, Adel explains why the mobile market share between GLO and PLDT Inc (TEL) appear to be closer than historical data suggests. Adel also shares our new target price for GLO.

In this Market Bites episode, FirstMetroSec’s Adel Bermudez talks about our updated outlook on Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. (CNVRG). Adel discusses the two factors we believe should merit accumulation of CNVRG on further price action weakness. Adel also shares our new target price for CNVRG.