BDO Capital president Eduardo V. Francisco recently emphasized the country’s promising growth prospects, positioning the country as a key player in the evolving global economy. Francisco said that the Philippines remains resilient, with growing international confidence and heightened foreign interest in the country’s investment potential.
“Foreign delegations from Asia, North America, and Europe continue to make inquiries and visit BDO, underscoring the rising interest in the Philippines as a strategic investment hub,” Francisco said. He highlighted the active pursuit of local partnerships, with foreign investors seeking reliable local allies to navigate the Philippine market.
Key sectors attracting significant investment include infrastructure, energy, warehousing, cold storage, and healthcare, with a particular emphasis on sustainability-driven projects such as renewable energy and green infrastructure. Francisco reaffirmed BDO’s leadership in sustainable finance, offering strategic guidance for diversification and business expansion aimed at long-term success.
The outlook for capital raising in the Philippines remains strong, with bilateral debt, syndicated loans, project finance for Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), bonds, private placements, and perpetual preferred shares expected to dominate this year. Despite a slowdown in initial public offering (IPO) activity, real estate investment trusts (REITs) are projected to attract investors looking for stable yields.
Fritz Ocampo, BDO chief investment officer, echoed the positive sentiment, highlighting the resilience of the Philippines’ consumer-driven economy amid global economic shifts. He noted that investors seeking short-term solutions could consider BDO’s peso and dollar money market funds, which offer flexibility and competitive yields. For larger investors, BDO provides tailored solutions to access global equity markets, including the US, while also recommending dividend-paying stocks in sectors such as real estate, telecommunications, and banking.
Charles M. Rodriguez, BDO executive vice president and head of the institutional banking group, emphasized the expanding opportunities across diverse industries. “Australian and Canadian companies are particularly active in seeking Philippine partners, especially in infrastructure, energy, and food sectors,” he said. Rodriguez also underscored BDO’s commitment to helping clients transition to renewable energy and navigate local market complexities.
In conclusion, Rodriguez encouraged clients to capitalize on emerging market opportunities with BDO’s guidance and expertise. The bank’s proactive approach in providing essential economic insights continues to be highly valued by corporate clients, cementing BDO’s role as a key partner in their strategic business and investment decisions.
