FirstMetroSec

Dow 49,447.43, +868.71, +1.79% Nas 24,468.48, +365.78, +1.52% S&P 7,126.06, +84.78, +1.20% EPHE 25.51, +0.19, +0.75% TEL 21.12, +1.39%, 1,267.94 PHP 60.035, +0.11% US10Y 4.247, -6.9bps PH10Y 6.6604, +1.63bps Gold 4,849.40, +0.85% Bitcoin 77,317, +2.81% WTI 85.57, -9.63%

$CBC (-0.55%) : China Banking Corp. declared P7.5 billion in cash dividends, equivalent to P2.80 per share and 27% of its 2025 net income, highlighting steady earnings and continued shareholder returns. Source: Inquirer

$ICT (-0.77%) : ICTSI said diesel supply for port operations remains stable but costlier for now, while warning of growing uncertainty as the Middle East conflict continues. Source: Manila Bulletin

while keeping CEO Federico “Piki” Lopez and his team in control despite a family dispute. Source: InsiderPH 2/2

$BDO (+0.76%) : BDO Unibank is supporting First Gen’s hydropower deal with Enrique Razon Jr. through nearly P25 billion in conditional standby credit that reinforces financial backing 1/2

reflected in market breadth of 100 decliners versus 86 advancers heading into the weekend. --- FirstMetroSec is regulated by the SEC, PSE, and BSP. #FirstMetroSec #YourFutureFirst 5/5

Selective value buying proved insufficient against a hefty Php 1.59 – Bn net foreign outflow, within total turnover of Php 5.37-Bn. Sentiment remains fragile amid the ongoing ceasefire talks, 4/5

𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐒𝐞𝐜 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐖𝐫𝐚𝐩 - 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟕,𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲) PHILIPPINES PSEi 5,999.13 (-64.56 pts; -1.0600%); Val T/O: P5.375 Bn; $89.441 Mn; (ex-block) 1/5

April 17, 2026: The PSEi closes at 5,999.13 down by -64.56 pts (-1.06%) on 5.37bln value traded. #YourFutureFirst

$JFC : Jollibee Foods Corp. has received approval from South Korea’s antitrust regulator for its planned acquisition of Shabu All Day, advancing the company’s international expansion strategy. Source: Inquirer

$ICT : International Container Terminal Services, Inc. said it has raised tariffs and handling rates across its global terminals to offset higher fuel costs caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict, according to Chairman Enrique K. Razon Jr. Source: Business World

Dow 48,578.72, +115.00, +0.24% Nas 24,102.70, +86.68, +0.36% S&P 7,041.28, +18.33, +0.26% EPHE 25.32, -0.15, -0.59% TEL 20.83, +1.46%, 1,249.18 PHP 59.97, -0.24% US10Y 4.316, +3.2bps PH10Y 6.6441, +3.08bps Gold 4,816.30, +0.17% Bitcoin 74,878, -0.13% WTI 93.12, -1.67%

$SSI (+1.63%) : SSI Group Inc. reported a 47.5% drop in 2025 net income to ₱1.32 billion as higher costs and heavier discounting squeezed margins amid weak consumer demand. Source: Inquirer

$BLOOM (-0.49%) : Bloomberry Resorts Corp. plans to prioritize cost-cutting and tighter capital spending in 2026 amid soft gaming demand and weak tourist arrivals impacting high-roller revenues. Source: Inquirer

$PLUS (-0.13%) : DigiPlus Interactive Corp. secured regulatory approval to expand globally after obtaining three licenses from South Africa’s Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board to launch its online gaming platforms. Source: Manila Bulletin

$PIZZA (-4.05%) : Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. (SPAVI) reported a 32% drop in 2025 net income to ₱816 million (with core income down 20% to ₱952 million), citing inflation-weakened consumer spending and higher costs from ongoing expansion. Source: Manila Bulletin

$JFC (+2.81%) : Jollibee Food Corp. is expanding its South Korea–based Compose Coffee brand internationally, with a strong Taiwan debut, featuring long lines and peak sales of one cup every 20 seconds—indicating promising early global traction. Source: InsiderPH

$CBC (+2.07%) : China Banking Corp., owned by the Sy family, is boosting investor returns by declaring P7.5 billion in dividends (P2.8 per share, up 12%), signaling strong confidence in its earnings despite global volatility. Source: InsiderPH