Philippine Stocks Rise Despite Record-Low Peso, GCash IPO Hopes Boost Market
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Philippine Stocks Rise Despite Record-Low Peso, GCash IPO Hopes Boost Market

The Philippine stock market extended its gains for a third consecutive session, buoyed by optimism surrounding the upcoming IPO of GCash, despite the peso hitting a fresh record low. While a correction in crude oil prices provided support, investors remain cautious ahead of the central bank's interest rate decision.

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