Suggested stocks for the year 2025

 Financials

  1. BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO) – Leading universal bank in the Philippines.
  2. Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) – Well-diversified financial services.
  3. Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company (MBT) – Known for corporate banking strength.
  4. Philippine National Bank (PNB) – A solid option in the banking sector.
  5. UnionBank of the Philippines (UBP) – Focus on digital banking innovation.


Industrial

  1. Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. (AEV) – Conglomerate with exposure to power, food, and banking.
  2. Ayala Corporation (AC) – A diversified conglomerate with a significant industrial footprint.
  3. JG Summit Holdings, Inc. (JGS) – Broad industrial exposure, from airlines to food manufacturing.
  4. San Miguel Corporation (SMC) – Dominates infrastructure and heavy industries.
  5. First Philippine Holdings Corporation (FPH) – Renewable energy and industrial focus.


Holding Firms

  1. SM Investments Corporation (SM) – Major exposure to retail, banking, and property.
  2. Ayala Corporation (AC) – Diversified into multiple sectors.
  3. GT Capital Holdings, Inc. (GTCAP) – Strong financial and automotive ties.
  4. Alliance Global Group, Inc. (AGI) – Consumer-driven businesses, including alcohol and gaming.
  5. Aboitiz Equity Ventures (AEV) – Diversified portfolio with a focus on infrastructure.


Property

  1. Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) – Leader in high-end property development.
  2. SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SMPH) – Commercial property powerhouse.
  3. Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) – Diversified real estate developments.
  4. Megaworld Corporation (MEG) – Focus on integrated townships.
  5. Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. (VLL) – Affordable residential developments.


Services

  1. PLDT, Inc. (TEL) – Dominates the telecommunications market.
  2. Globe Telecom, Inc. (GLO) – A top competitor in the telco space.
  3. International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICT) – A leader in global port operations.
  4. Manila Electric Company (MER) – Monopoly on electricity distribution in Metro Manila.
  5. Wilcon Depot, Inc. (WLCON) – Leading home improvement and construction supply chain.


Mining and Oil

  1. Philex Mining Corporation (PX) – Gold and copper mining leader.
  2. Nickel Asia Corporation (NIKL) – Strong nickel producer.
  3. Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SCC) – Integrated mining and energy company.
  4. Apex Mining Co., Inc. (APX) – Focus on gold and silver mining.
  5. Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corporation (AT) – Copper and nickel mining.


Consumer

  1. Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) – Regional food retail powerhouse.
  2. Universal Robina Corporation (URC) – Leader in snack foods and beverages.
  3. Monde Nissin Corporation (MONDE) – Diversified into packaged food products.
  4. Puregold Price Club, Inc. (PGOLD) – Top grocery chain in the Philippines.
  5. Shakey's Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc. (PIZZA) – Steady consumer-oriented growth.


Suggested Actions:

  • Diversify Sectors: To manage risk, consider allocating investments across these sectors.
  • Fundamental Analysis: Review each stock’s financials, especially earnings, debt levels, and growth potential.
  • Watch Trends: Follow economic indicators like interest rates, inflation, and government policies that affect these sectors.