Markets

The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) remains optimistic about the local nickel sector’s production growth, forecasting a 10 to 15 percent increase in 2025, driven by continued global demand for stainless steel and favorable nickel prices.

First Metro Securities Brokerage Corporation (FirstMetroSec) is optimistic about the Philippine stock market in 2025, forecasting a strong recovery driven by improving economic conditions,...

McDonald’s reported lower-than-expected earnings for the fourth quarter, with U.S. sales declining amid an E. coli outbreak that forced the world famous fast-food chain to pull its Quarter Pounder burgers from several states. 

US stocks closed lower on Monday amid growing concerns over the impact of President Donald Trump’s decision to raise tariffs on goods from major trading partners—Canada, China, and Mexico. However, market losses were not as severe as initially expected after Mexico announced it had negotiated a one-month delay on the tariff imposition.

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Saturday imposing new tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, fulfilling a campaign promise that could...