Episode description

The Philippines has become one of the fastest growing economies in the past decade. Quite interesting, however, is the fact that the Philippines’ capital market is still relatively small compared to its Asian counterparts. 

 Today in Prime Movers, listeners will be able to hear first-hand the insider’s perspective of Mr. Eduardo V. Francisco, President and Director of BDO Capital & Investment Corporation, on the current state of our country’s capital market space and the future it holds. 

 This episode will give its listeners a deep dive on the recent market trends, the ins-and-outs of investment deals, and the regulations needed to further develop our country's capital market space.

• 05:20 Background on BDO Capital and Investment Corporation 
• 06:35 Key Factors Considered by Investment Houses 
• 09:26 Current Market Trends in the PH Capital Market 
• 11:40 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 
• 14:39 Factors Affecting Investor Sentiment 
• 17:44 Common Investment Mistakes and their Solutions 
• 20:26 Recent Developments in Capital Market Regulations 
• 24:23 Regulations that the PH Capital Market Needs
• 29:09 Predictions on the PH Capital Market

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