PSE Market Movers: Citystate Savings Bank Soars, AllHome Corp. Drops in Mixed Trading Session
Posted on 12/26/25
The Philippine Stock Exchange witnessed a day of contrasting fortunes for investors, with several companies enjoying robust gains while others saw significant pullbacks. Banking and renewable energy firms notably outperformed, reflecting optimism in specific sectors, even as retail and mining companies faced headwinds.
Top Gainers: Banking and Green Energy Lead the Charge
Leading the day's strong performances, CSB (Citystate Savings Bank, Inc.) recorded a stellar surge, climbing by a remarkable 25.68%. Its shares added +3.98 to close at Php 19.48. This significant jump, achieved on a volume of 5,737,900 shares and a total value of Php 97.51 Million, points to renewed investor confidence in the banking sector, possibly spurred by favorable economic outlooks or company-specific developments.
ACEN Corporation (ACEN) continued its upward trajectory, posting an impressive gain of 11.62% to settle at Php 2.69. The renewable energy giant saw robust trading with 82,807,000 shares exchanging hands, valued at Php 216.77 Million. ACEN's consistent focus on expanding its green energy portfolio globally continues to attract environmentally conscious investors.
Micro-cap stock Crown Equities, Inc. (CEI) also caught investors' attention, jumping 9.72% to close at Php 0.08. Despite a relatively modest volume of 20,000 shares with a total value of Php 1,510.00, such a move suggests speculative interest.
Axelum Resources Corp. (AXLM), a key player in the coconut products export market, saw its shares appreciate by 5.88%, ending the day at Php 2.16. With 1,004,000 shares traded for a total of Php 2.12 Million, the company's performance may reflect favorable global demand for its products.
APC Group, Inc. (APC) shares also climbed by 5.45%, settling at Php 0.12. The holding firm saw 200,000 shares change hands, valued at Php 22,720.00.
Another financial institution, Bank of Commerce (BNCOM), also demonstrated strength, with its shares rising by 5.21% to finish at Php 9.08. It traded 9,300 shares for a value of Php 81,528.00.
Media and entertainment conglomerate ABS-CBN Corporation (ABS) experienced a positive day, moving up 4.80% to Php 3.49. The company, which traded 56,000 shares valued at Php 196,430.00, continues to draw attention as it navigates its digital transformation and content production.
Top Losers: Retail and Mining Under Pressure
On the flip side, the day's steepest decline was recorded by HOME (AllHome Corp.), whose shares tumbled by 10.34%, closing at Php 0.26. The retail and home improvement giant traded 3,800,000 shares, totaling Php 977,600.00 in value. The slump for AllHome highlights ongoing pressures in the retail sector, including cautious consumer spending and intense market competition.
Dizon Copper-Silver Mines, Inc. (DIZ) also saw a significant dip, falling by 9.82% to end at Php 4.50. With 15,000 shares changing hands, valued at Php 67,730.00, mining stocks like Dizon are often sensitive to global commodity price movements.
Ferronoux Holdings, Inc. (FERRO) followed suit, declining by 9.09% to close at Php 5.00. The company saw 26,300 shares traded for a total value of Php 132,565.00.
AllDay Marts, Inc. (ALLDY) also faced a downturn, with its shares decreasing by 8.57% to settle at Php 0.03. The supermarket operator's performance, on a volume of 15,700,000 shares and value of Php 514,100.00, often reflects the broader consumer market sentiment.
Golden MV Holdings, Inc. (HVN) also suffered a notable decline, dropping by 8.13% to Php 1,231.00. Despite relatively low volume of 210 shares, the total value reached Php 260,985.00. Movements in holding companies like Golden MV can often indicate shifts in investor perception towards its underlying assets, particularly in the property and memorial park sectors.
Forum Pacific, Inc. (FPI) recorded a fall of 7.60%, with shares closing at Php 0.23. The firm transacted 1,320,000 shares for Php 306,730.00.
Island Information & Technology, Inc. (IS) also experienced a downturn, with its stock price decreasing by 6.38% to Php 0.13. Trading 5,490,000 shares for a value of Php 751,870.00.
Today's trading session on the Philippine Stock Exchange underlines the dynamic nature of the market, where sector-specific catalysts and company-specific news continue to shape investor sentiment. While banking and renewable energy demonstrated resilience, the retail and mining sectors faced pressure, urging investors to remain vigilant and adapt to evolving market conditions.
