Most Filipinos do not see the need to have investments. It’s just not in our psyche, according to investment expert Raffy Ayuste Jr., 75% of the Filipino adult population or 54 million Filipinos have not invested in anything at all. The top reason cited is work instability, but for others, investing is simply seen as something costly to do or an unnecessary expense. Some also say they’re content with their savings.
The key here is to find the investment option that fits your budget so you can start right away and just build it up as you go along. BDO developed a program called BDO Easy Investment Plan or EIP, which makes investing affordable for Filipinos. You will encounter a lot of jargon when you invest in bonds and equities. Such are: coupons , government securities , treasury bills or T-bills , and stocks, which are also called equities and shares .
When you invest in UITFs, you let the fund managers do the research, actual investments, and fund management. They will help you reap the benefits of investing in a diversified pool of assets that are expertly selected so you can get good returns in the long run. “That should give you the confidence that someone capable is tasked with watching over your investments on a daily basis,” said Ayuste.This goes hand in hand with the misconception that investing requires a lot of money; thus, it’s more ideal for people who have been in the workforce or have been earning money for a long time to invest.