The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index suffered its fifth consecutive loss yesterday, dropping by 0.62 percent or 39.66 points to settle at 6,371.75.MANILA, Philippines —
Philstocks Financial research and engagement officer Mikhail Plopenio said the local market joined its neighboring peers which also traded lower for Thursday’s session following the rise in the US’ long term Treasury yields. This was the peso’s worst close in more than 18 months or since its 58.80 to $1 close on Nov. 3, 2022. The local currency is now down by 3.265 from its end-2023 close of 55.37.
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