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Hormuz risk keeps peso, PSEi on edge

Philippine financial markets are heading into the week on a cautious footing as renewed threats by Iran to potentially close the Strait of Hormuz inject fresh volatility into global oil supply expectations and inflation outlooks, according to Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. chief economist Michael Ricafort.

Easing inflation gives markets room to breath

After months of relentless pressure, Philippine financial markets may finally be getting some breathing space.

Inflation jitters weigh on Philippine peso, stocks

The peso and Philippine equities continued to face mounting pressure as investors grappled with persistent inflation concerns, global market volatility, and cautious sentiment over the domestic outlook.

Peso near lows as markets turn defensive

The Philippine peso is again nearing record lows as persistent inflation, geopolitical tensions, and strong US dollar demand continue to pressure local markets. Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. chief economist Michael Ricafort said the peso could retest historic weakness after falling 1.8% this week and approaching the April 30 intraday low of P61.75 against the dollar.

Peso slides, stocks stall as caution builds

Philippine financial markets are in a consolidation phase, with the peso and equities under pressure as tighter monetary conditions and inflation concerns weigh on sentiment.

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PAL 1H 2026 revenue up 5.9% but fuel cost surge drives net loss

Philippine Airlines (PAL) reported a 5.9 percent rise in first-half 2026 earnings, though a steep jump in fuel expenses pushed the country’s flag carrier to a net loss for the period.

Metrobank adds new safeguards as digital scams evolve

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. is strengthening its digital banking defenses with new security features designed to give customers greater control over their money as fraudsters become more adept at exploiting stolen credentials and human error.

US, Japan, Philippines court investors for Luzon corridor 

The US, the Philippines, and Japan will bring investors together in Manila in September as they seek to turn the Luzon Economic Corridor into a bigger magnet for private capital and strategic infrastructure projects.

Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures posts 12% 1H 2026 sales growth amid headwinds

Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures (PSE:PIZZA | SPAVI) recorded 12 percent year-on-year growth in system-wide sales to ₱13.0 billion for the first half of 2026, with consolidated revenues up 9 percent to ₱8.2 billion. Performance faced pressure from inflation and reduced consumer spending, with second-quarter same-store sales dipping one percent year-on-year though rising 4 percent sequentially.

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