Investing in the Philippine Stock Market

Aboitiz Power: Is it time to buy?

2012-02-14T19:54:00.001+10:00

Aboitiz Power(AP) has been one of the stocks that sustained a continuous uptrend from middle of 2009 till it started sideways movement in the first quarter of 2011. Aboitiz's profit has tremendously increase since 2010 and its expected to increase more this 2012 with the new contract with Meralco for their Pagbilao Coal Plant. With all the good fundamentals, I guess the continous

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2012-02-11T00:00:00-08:00

» The Pause Upon Which All Else Relies :zenhabits
Post written by Leo Babauta. There is one little habit I’ve learned that has changed everything else in my life. The pause. When we fail, it’s because we act on urges without thinking, without realizing it. We have the urge to eat junk, and we do it. We have the urge to check email instead [...]

SM To Acquire Greenhills of the Ortigas Group

2012-02-09T19:02:00.000+10:00

source: http://sminvestments.com Got this news from my girlfriend. That is why there are three spikes the past trading days. The Philippine Daily Inquirer has this news banner today in regards to this move of SM. SM confirms talks to buy Ortigas property companyBy: Doris C. DumlaoPhilippine Daily Inquirer3:05 pm | Thursday, February 9th, 2012 MANILA, Philippines—The SM group

Is it A Buying Opportunity For EDC?

2012-02-05T16:57:00.002+10:00

source: http://www.renewbl.com EDC (Energy Development Corporation) had been one of the heavyweights last year due to the various expansion projects within and outside of the Philippines. Recently its price drop again to the 5.50 level brought about by the news from Bacman's non-operation. A report from bworldonline.com says that Bacman is expected to operate this year. source:

Will CEB(Cebu Pacific) fly high?

2012-02-04T17:08:00.001+10:00

Was checking my portfolio and I just noticed that my CEB is now in the green area. Been watching this stock with the hopes that it will get back on track after a not so good start after its IPO. Its the new year and Cebu Pacific's expansion and new flights might bring it back in the black. Below is the price chart of CEB and a noticeable spike was seen in yesterday's trading:

MERalco: Are the lights brighter?

2012-01-29T17:25:00.002+10:00

source: www.meralco.com.ph With the recent increase of Manny Pangilinan's First Holdings ownership of Meralco through Beacon Electric Assets Holdings to what direction does Meralco will go? Once one of the Lopez group's gem, Meralco is the leading power distribution corporation in Philippines. The latest move by the Lopez group to sell most of their subsidiaries to focus on their main

Investing Word of the Day: Return

2012-01-28T22:34:00.000+10:00

source: http://www.tobysterling.net We talked about inflation, that "thing" that eats up the value of your money, and how can it really affect your financial capability. That is why we invest in order to combat it. There are so many ways to fight it and eventually outrun it so that you can relax and sit back. One important word you have to understand is the word RETURN. RETURN is what

The Stock Market in the year of Black Water Dragon

2012-01-22T16:06:00.001+10:00

source: http://www.sheffieldkungfu.com I caught a short glimpse of Bernard Lo's show in CNBC, Straight Talk with Bernie Lo, since it is the Chinese New year tomorrow their guest as a Feng Shui master. They talk about the expectations this year of the Black Water Dragon and was able to catch some notes. source: http://www.cnbc.com One note is that real estate and banks wont be

PureGold: Beyond Expectations

2012-01-16T11:32:00.002+10:00

source: www.puregold.com.ph PureGold has been showing great results after its IPO last October 5, 2011. source: http://www.cdodev.com/ The IPO has brought in funds to finance their expansion projects throughout the Philippines. With its three platforms namely PureGold Price Club, PureGold Junior, and PurGold Extra they have captured a big share in the market and also expanding

Yes: Investing is more fun in the Philippines

2012-01-11T07:49:00.001+10:00

Was looking over my emails and got my dose of newsletter from Laidtrades.com and yes I agree with him. source: http://www.laidtrades.com What more can I say, lets look forward for a abundant and profitable 2012 Philippine Stock Market!

Will the PSE go north this 2012?

2012-01-05T21:27:00.001+10:00

Been holding PSE(Philippine Stock Exchange) for sometime now hoping to make dividend play but last 2011 has been a bumpy ride. Looking at its chart it seems it will start to go up. Seen a hammer just recently and it looks like it will push PSE's price up but volume is still low. Also PSEi has been trending up reaching the 4500 level... will 2012 be really the year for the Philippine Stock

Just a reminder: PSE trading hours up to 3:30 pm tomorrow

2012-01-01T22:11:00.001+10:00

source: http://www.strifeofcloud.com Just a quick reminder that tomorrow will be the start of the extended trading hours of the Philippine Stock Exchange. I know there are a lot of skeptics about this but lets hope this extended hours will bring better chances and opportunities to all Pinoys out there wishing to dive in the equities market this 2012. Wishing you all a very

How can an OFW return home and not work abroad anymore

2011-12-30T00:01:00.000+10:00

source: http://job-applicant.blogspot.com The Philippines is one of the countries who rely on overseas worker remittances to fuel its economy. I am an OFW myself and it is true that working abroad gives one a better chance at having a better life due to the bigger pay. In addition, with that, most people look at an OFW as rich but in reality, the foreign exchange rate makes the difference

PSE Trading hours up to 3:30 pm

2011-12-19T20:31:00.000+10:00

I was reading Philippine Daily Inquirer and was able to catch this news in regards to PSE's extension up to 3:30 pm starting January 2, 2012. source: http://business.inquirer.net PSE set to extend trade hours Skeptics told to have faith in board’s decision By: Doris C. Dumlao Philippine Daily Inquirer 1:58 am | Monday, December 19th, 2011

What is the MSCI index?

2011-12-04T17:11:00.001+10:00

source: http://www.msci.com/ From time to time, you read in the news that some of the listed stocks in the Philippine Stock Exchange is included or taken out from the MSCI index and like you, I also wonder what does that mean.So let’s learn what does MSCI mean. MSCI is a leading provider of investment decision support tools to around 5,800 clients worldwide, ranging from large pension

One reason why Pinoys don’t invest in the stock market

2011-11-30T22:41:00.001+10:00

source: http://pozytek.ngo.pl There was a survey made about how many Americans invest in the stock market and it was said that it is at 54% and this was the lowest reported number since the financial crisis we are in today (click here to read post in huffingtonpost.com) While that number is considered low in the USA that is already huge in the Philippines. As per PSE's estimates only 1% of

Will 2011 end bad?

2011-11-29T23:39:00.001+10:00

source: http://www.todayandtomorrow.net/ I know I have been selling hopes of a good and a merry 2011 but it seems that the unending jitters in the Eurozone and the US might jinx it plus yesterday's unexpected drop while the rest of our Asian counterparts and the rest of the world ended or still trading higher. However, as an investor how should we look at this situation? Again, stocks

Ways to be debt free: A story of self-control

2011-11-25T21:06:00.001+10:00

source: http://www.zazzle.com I hope I don't disappoint you on this because this is my personal story just recently and also like any other moment that we as humans will encounter when given choices. As everybody knows today is Black Friday in America and nearly all stores are on sale since midnight. Well yesterday while waiting for the Thanksgiving dinner at my brother-in-law's parents

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

2011-11-24T09:00:00.001+10:00

source: http://www.pamil-visions.net If you live in the US would like to greet you a Happy Thanksgiving! After Thanksgiving is what they call Black Friday. Now what does this mean those in the stock market? This is the start of the Sale Season for retail stores in the US and also some places around the world that in a way has followed the tradition to really give a hefty discount

Free stock investing seminar by PSE in Cebu on Nov. 23

2011-11-19T22:44:00.001+10:00

Was able to catch this while looking at PSE's website. For all interested to start stock investing but currently resides in Cebu why don't you join this free seminar and learn how to start investing. Please check the announcement below for more information. Remember slots are limited so please pre-register by calling (02) 688-7537 to 38, attendance confirmation through fax at (02) 659-

Ways to be Debt Free: Defining what is enough

2011-11-13T16:18:00.001+10:00

source: http://sarahscronicles.wordpress.com/ At times it seems that no matter what you do or how much you earn it seems it is not enough.Probably you earn a lot as a small business owner or you have a high paying job but it seems that the earnings you get seem not enough to cover your daily needs thus you resort to borrowing and in time you find yourself in debt. It is so embarrassing

The Fear Factor and Crazy Cow

2011-11-10T22:08:00.001+10:00

Do you think I am crazy?Sorry to ask you that. I know with that question you did think I am already turning crazy but who would not in this time of economic turmoil. The daily banners in Bloomberg.com has become depressing. One day it gives you joy and hope that the Debt crisis in the European Union will soon end and the world will be happy but again there is the bad news budding. source:

PNB and Allied Bank Merger

2011-11-04T07:57:00.000+10:00

Got this news from www.bworldonline.com Will it lift up PNB's stock price in the near weeks? PNB, Allied Bank get US Fed’s OK for merger plan LUCIO TAN banks Philippine National Bank (PNB) and Allied Banking Corp. (Allied Bank) are now turning their attention to local regulators after obtaining the nod of the US central bank of a plan that will finally set their merger

Non-Trading Day: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, 2011

2011-10-30T23:31:00.000+10:00

In observance of the All Saints and All Souls day trading at the Philippine Stock Exchange is closed on October 31(Monday) and November 1(Tuesday) as per Memorandum TPA - No. 2011-0070. Reason for such are the following: For your guidance.

CashSense Visa: A new way of receiving remittance and paying online

2011-10-30T16:42:00.000+10:00

Got this info through Gian Faye's blog Loading-info (http://the.loading-info.net/) If you know about Unionbank's Eon Cards Cashsense Visa works basically the same. It is also a product of Unionbank that works like a Visa. So you can use such to make purchases online, receive remittance and withdraw the money to affiliated ATM, or better yet use it to get verified in Paypal and use it

PLDT - DGTL deal finally approved

2011-10-28T00:19:00.001+10:00

source: http://teknisyan.net Got this news today from Businessworld @ www.bworldonline.com This deal has been hanging since June and PLDT has to sacrifice some in order for this to culminate. The main sacrifice made was a divestment of one of PLDT's frequencies which would as they say make the playing field level with Globe Telecom. Below is an excerpt of the news: source: http

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2011-09-20T00:00:00-07:00

Investing in Philippines: Pesos and Sense pilot episode: Interview with Bo Sanchez
Want to learn how to start stock investing in the Philippines? Check this post in Investing in Philippines

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2011-09-11T00:00:00-07:00

Investing in Philippines: Retiring at 40
What have you decided to do the rest of your life?

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2011-09-02T00:00:00-07:00

Investing in Philippines: Have you lost money like Steve Jobs?
Guess how much money did Steve Jobs lost in a year

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2011-08-04T00:00:00-07:00

Investing in Philippines: Investing word of the day: Ghost Month
Stocks and Ghost month

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2011-07-30T00:00:00-07:00

Investing in Philippines: Something I just wanna share :)
Just wanna share about my veru first Google Adsense earnings

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2011-07-22T00:00:00-07:00

Investing in Philippines: Ways to be debt free: How come your still not financially free?
Another look at why most of those who have finally paid off their debt are still struggling