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PSEi Jumps 1.36 Percent As Foreign Funds Return
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The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) ended its first trading session of the year on a strong note, closing at 6,135.06 on January 2, 2026, up 82.14 points or 1.36 percent.
Market sentiment was broadly positive, with 146 stocks advancing, compared to 65 decliners, while 64 issues remained unchanged. Total market turnover reached PHP 4.3 billion, reflecting improved participation at the start of the year.
Foreign investors were net buyers during the session, with foreign buying amounting to PHP 2.33 billion versus foreign selling of PHP 1.90 billion, resulting in net foreign buying of PHP 427.27 million.
The upbeat close suggests renewed optimism among investors as the market opens 2026, supported by strong index gains and a return of foreign inflows.
Market sentiment was broadly positive, with 146 stocks advancing, compared to 65 decliners, while 64 issues remained unchanged. Total market turnover reached PHP 4.3 billion, reflecting improved participation at the start of the year.
Foreign investors were net buyers during the session, with foreign buying amounting to PHP 2.33 billion versus foreign selling of PHP 1.90 billion, resulting in net foreign buying of PHP 427.27 million.
The upbeat close suggests renewed optimism among investors as the market opens 2026, supported by strong index gains and a return of foreign inflows.
Jan 2, 2026
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