The Philippine market extended its rebound, with the PSEi climbing 1.12% to 5,997.13, closing just shy of the psychological 6,000 mark. Market breadth remained positive as bargain-hunting continued across blue-chip names.
Market Overview (3:00 PM Close)
| ndex | Close | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSEi | 5,997.13 | +66.32 | +1.12% |
| All Shares | 3,418.52 | +83.50 | +2.50% |
| Holding Firms | 4,697.44 | +100.25 | +2.18% |
| Property | 2,210.89 | +32.33 | +1.48% |
Total Value Turnover: PHP 9.15B
Advancers: 118 | Decliners: 75 | Unchanged: 53
Liquidity remained healthy, with broad-based buying seen across sectors.
Most Active Stocks
- ICT – 555 (+1.00%)
- ALI – 21 (+4.74%)
- BPI – 113 (+2.08%)
- BDO – 131.5 (-0.75%)
- JFC – 199.8 (+2.41%)
- SM – 728 (+2.54%)
- CNVRG – 14.48 (+3.58%)
Property, banks, and conglomerates led today’s rally, fueled by renewed optimism that valuations may have reached a near-term bottom.
Market Commentary
- The PSEi extended gains for the third straight session.
- Local investors are driving the rebound as blue-chip valuations remain attractive.
- Sentiment continues to improve, supported by stronger turnover and wide market participation.
- All eyes are now on the 6,000 resistance level, which could set the tone for next week’s trading.
Spotlight: Philippines Gaming Market to Hit USD 9.87 Billion by 2033
A new IMARC Group report shows the Philippine gaming industry is set to double, growing from USD 4.82B (2024) to USD 9.87B by 2033 at a CAGR of 8.29%.
Key Growth Drivers
- 18 million smartphones sold in 2024 (+6.1% YoY)
- Youth population: 30 million Filipinos aged 10–24
- Rapid rise of digital payments (GCash, Maya)
- Strong esports ecosystem backed by government
- Mobile gaming dominance led by titles like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
The E-games sector alone reached USD 2.0B in the first half of 2025, surpassing traditional casino formats.
Industry Trends
- Mobile gaming remains the top platform thanks to cheap data and smartphone penetration.
- Esports viewership keeps rising—MLBB Professional League peaked at 950,000 viewers in Season 11.
- Influencer-driven marketing on YouTube, Facebook Gaming, and TikTok shapes player behavior.
- Hybrid-casual titles continue to capture both casual and long-term players.
Opportunities Ahead
- Esports tourism: Hosting international tournaments
- Educational gaming for schools and corporate training
- Merchandising and licensing partnerships
- Cloud gaming expanding access without high-end hardware
- Blockchain gaming and play-to-earn models gaining traction
The Philippines is poised to become a top gaming hub in Southeast Asia, supported by a young population and digital-first ecosystem.
Summary
- PSEi gains +1.12%, nearing the 6,000 level.
- Buying momentum continues across major sectors.
- Philippine gaming industry expected to reach nearly USD 10B by 2033, driven by mobile gaming, digital payments, and esports.