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Philippine Stocks See Wild Swings: Republic Glass and Uniholdings Lead Gainers, IPM Holdings and Grand Plaza Hotel Plunge

Posted on 12/16/25

The Philippine Stock Exchange witnessed a day of dramatic movements as several companies recorded significant gains and losses, highlighting sector-specific sentiments and speculative plays among investors. Republic Glass Holdings Corporation and Uniholdings Inc. emerged as the top performers, while IPM Holdings Inc. and Grand Plaza Hotel Corporation led the steepest declines.

Leading the rally was Republic Glass Holdings Corporation (REG), which surged by an impressive 41.96 percent. The stock closed at P3.18, marking a P0.94 increase from its previous close. Trading saw 61,000 shares change hands, amounting to a total value of P189,260.00. Investors appeared to react positively, possibly driven by renewed interest in its core businesses or potential asset-play speculations.

Following closely was Uniholdings Inc. (UNH), which saw its shares climb by 28.42 percent. The company's stock ended the day at P183.00, up P40.50. Despite a modest volume of 7,740 shares, the total value traded reached a substantial P1,397,130.00, suggesting significant institutional interest or a concentrated buying activity. Holding companies like Uniholdings often see such movements based on underlying asset valuations or corporate developments.

Medco Holdings, Inc. (MED) also posted strong gains, with its share price rising by 15.56 percent to P0.104. The stock added P0.014, with 50,000 shares traded for a total value of P5,180.00. As a lower-priced stock, it remains susceptible to rapid, often speculative, movements.

In the infrastructure sector, Philippine Infradev Holdings Inc. (INFRA) advanced by 15.15 percent, closing at P0.38 per share. The stock gained P0.05, with 2,290,000 shares exchanging hands, totaling P842,000.00 in value. Optimism surrounding ongoing and future infrastructure projects in the country likely contributed to its performance.

Ferronoux Holdings, Inc. (FERRO) also made it to the top gainers list, increasing by 14.32 percent to P5.43. The stock rose by P0.68, with a volume of 87,000 shares and a total value of P472,410.00.

Other notable gainers included Coal Asia Holdings Incorporated (COAL), which saw a 13.64 percent rise to P0.025, Philippine Trust Company (PTC) up 12.86 percent to P97.00, Berjaya Philippines, Inc. (BCOR) gaining 10.96 percent to P8.00, Megawide Construction Corporation (MWIDE) increasing by 8.28 percent to P3.14, and A. Soriano Corporation (ANS) climbing 7.28 percent to P13.86.

On the flip side, several companies experienced significant pullbacks. IPM Holdings Inc. (IPM) suffered the biggest drop, plummeting by 21.47 percent to close at P1.39. The stock lost P0.38, with 2,000 shares traded for a total value of P2,790.00. Such sharp declines often indicate profit-taking or negative market sentiment towards the company's prospects.

Grand Plaza Hotel Corporation (GPH) also saw a substantial decline, with its shares falling by 19.58 percent to P5.79. The P1.41 drop came on a volume of 1,100 shares, valuing P6,369.00. The hospitality sector remains sensitive to broader economic conditions and tourism outlooks, which may have contributed to the cautious sentiment.

Kepwealth Property Philippines, Inc. (KPPI) was down by 12.59 percent, closing at P1.18 per share, a decrease of P0.17. Trading volume for Kepwealth stood at 38,000 shares, totaling P42,820.00. The broader real estate market faces headwinds from rising interest rates and inflation concerns, which could impact property developers.

Geograce Resources Philippines, Inc. (GEO) recorded a 10.00 percent fall, with its shares ending at P0.09. The mining company lost P0.01 on a volume of 100,000 shares, valuing P8,640.00. Mining stocks are inherently volatile, influenced by commodity prices and regulatory news.

Mabuhay Holdings Corporation (MHC) rounded out the top five losers, declining by 9.40 percent to P0.106. The stock was down by P0.011, with 50,000 shares traded for P5,330.00.

Other significant losers included Concrete Aggregates Corp. “B” (CAB) shedding 6.72 percent to P50.00, Xurpas Inc. (X) dropping 5.45 percent to P0.26, PH Resorts Group Holdings, Inc. (PHR) falling 5.37 percent to P0.141, Cebu Air, Inc. (CEB) down 4.76 percent to P31.00 amidst concerns over rising fuel costs and competition, and Petron Corporation Non-Voting Perpetual Series 4B Preferred Shares (PRF4B) also losing 4.76 percent to P1000.00.

Today's trading activity underscored a market driven by both fundamental outlooks and short-term speculative interest, resulting in diverse performances across various sectors.