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Market Dynamics: Mining and Energy Stocks Shine Bright, Real Estate and Holdings Face Headwinds

Posted on 1/26/26

Trading on the local bourse today saw a pronounced divergence, with resource-based companies, particularly those in mining and energy, posting significant gains, while several real estate and holding firms experienced declines. The day's movements reflect a shifting investor interest, potentially driven by global commodity trends and domestic economic sentiment.

Top Performers: Resources Lead the Charge

The spotlight was firmly on the mining sector, as two companies, Dominion Holdings, Inc. and Alsons Consolidated Resources, Inc., remarkably advanced by 50% each. Dominion Holdings, Inc. (DHI) closed at ₱3.15, marking a ₱1.05 price change, with a substantial volume of 3,304,000 shares traded for a total value of ₱10,407,600.00. Similarly, Alsons Consolidated Resources, Inc. (ACR) saw its shares climb to ₱0.75, up ₱0.25, with 11,123,000 shares changing hands, valuing ₱7,673,810.00. This impressive surge could be attributed to renewed investor optimism in the commodities sector amidst rising global demand and favorable price movements for various raw materials.

Other mining companies also showed robust performance. East Coast Vulcan Mining Corporation (ECVC) jumped 23.44%, adding ₱0.075 to close at ₱0.395, on a volume of 6,980,000 shares worth ₱2,691,250.00. Seafont Resources Corporation (SPM) increased by 18.87% to ₱2.52, up ₱0.40, with 2,050,000 shares traded for ₱5,076,430.00. Nihao Mineral Resources International, Inc. (NI) likewise gained 17.07%, rising by ₱0.07 to ₱0.48, though on a thinner volume of 30,000 shares amounting to ₱14,400.00. Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corporation (AT), a major player, also advanced by 10.15%, closing at ₱8.14 after gaining ₱0.75, with significant trading volume of 7,214,400 shares valued at ₱57,553,000.00.

The energy sector also contributed to the day's gains. PetroEnergy Resources Corporation (PERC) climbed 11.49% to ₱3.59, an increase of ₱0.37, trading 31,000 shares for ₱108,780.00. PXP Energy Corporation (PXP) also posted a strong 9.23% gain, settling at ₱2.84, up ₱0.24, with robust volume of 8,362,000 shares generating ₱23,876,100.00 in value. These movements could be influenced by positive developments in their respective exploration projects or an uptick in global oil prices.

Rounding out the top gainers were Anglo Philippine Holdings Corporation (APO), which rose 10.84% to ₱0.92, gaining ₱0.09 on 1,204,000 shares worth ₱1,066,260.00, and Acesite (Phils.) Hotel Corporation (ACE), up 9.92% to ₱1.44, adding ₱0.13 with 35,000 shares traded for ₱42,540.00, perhaps hinting at a recovery in the tourism and hospitality sector.

Bottom Performers: Real Estate and Holdings Recede

On the flip side, several companies saw their share prices dip, notably in the real estate and investment holdings sectors. Supercity Realty Development Corporation (SRDC) led the losers, shedding 9.63% to close at ₱19.70, down ₱2.10, on a limited volume of 1,300 shares worth ₱25,748.00. Top Frontier Investment Holdings, Inc. (TFHI) followed, declining 8.20% or ₱5.45 to settle at ₱61.00, with 15,380 shares traded for a total value of ₱947,564.00. The decline in these holding firms might reflect broader market apprehension or specific company-related news.

Other notable decliners included Atok-Big Wedge Co., Inc. (AB), which fell 6.52% to ₱2.15, down ₱0.15, with 1,216,000 shares traded for ₱2,630,130.00. GMA Holdings, Inc. - Philippine Deposit Receipts (GMAP) slipped 6.50% to ₱5.75, losing ₱0.40, though on minimal volume of 300 shares valued at ₱1,805.00. Ferronoux Holdings, Inc. (FERRO) saw a 6.25% drop to ₱4.50, down ₱0.30, with 38,000 shares worth ₱172,620.00. TKC Metals Corporation (T) also posted a 5.88% decrease, closing at ₱0.32, down ₱0.02, with 200,000 shares traded for ₱64,700.00.

The consumer and property sectors also felt pressure. Axelum Resources Corp. (AXLM), a coconut products exporter, declined 5.43% to ₱2.09, down ₱0.12, trading 1,458,000 shares valued at ₱2,954,310.00. This could be influenced by commodity price fluctuations or export market challenges. In real estate, Vistamalls, Inc. (STR) fell 5.38% to ₱1.23, losing ₱0.07 on 5,000 shares worth ₱5,700.00, while Sta. Lucia Land, Inc. (SLI) was down 5.17% to ₱2.20, a decrease of ₱0.12, with 106,000 shares traded for ₱233,820.00. PH Resorts Group Holdings, Inc. (PHR) completed the list of top ten losers, dropping 4.90% to ₱0.136, down ₱0.007, on a volume of 460,000 shares for a value of ₱62,600.00. The general cautious sentiment surrounding discretionary spending and property investments might be at play for these firms.