Investment Ideas: April 16, 2025 

Here is our report for today, April 16, 2025, with some insights into various investment opportunities.

Here are some key highlights:

• Bond Market Overview: Yields for dollar-denominated bonds range from 4.528% to 5.133%, covering maturities from 2028 to 2032. Meanwhile, peso-denominated bonds offer slightly higher yields of 5.730% to 6.180%, with maturities extending from 2027 to 2032.
• Stock Recommendations: A conglomerate was upgraded to OVERWEIGHT for outperforming the index by 21 percentage points YTD, backed by a 10% dividend yield. A diversified group was rated NEUTRAL due to mixed results across subsidiaries. A food and beverage firm was rated UNDERWEIGHT as international strength was offset by local headwinds.
• Spotlight: Our updated UITF model portfolio for 2Q 2025 emphasizes 100% fixed income exposure, both for the PHP and USD-denominated versions, tailored for investors with a moderate risk profile and a five-year investment horizon. The strategy aims to stay defensive by keeping portfolio duration short, while preserving yield through a combination of local and global bond funds.

Download our report here for details.

(Disclaimer: This is general investment information only and does not constitute an offer or guarantee, with all investment decisions made at your own risk. The bank takes no responsibility for any potential losses.)