Notable Swings on Local Bourses: Lodestar Leads Advance, Makati Finance Retreats
Posted on 1/30/26
Trading activity saw significant movements across several counters today, with some companies experiencing sharp rallies while others faced steep declines. The day's trading highlighted strong investor interest in specific sectors, particularly mining and banking, alongside cautionary retreats in other segments.
Top Gainers Lead Market Momentum
Lodestar Investment Holdings Corporation (LODE) emerged as the top gainer, surging by 42.5% or ₱0.17 to close at ₱0.57. The stock recorded a substantial volume of 69,210,000 shares, valuing its trades at ₱31.18 million. This significant jump suggests renewed interest, possibly fueled by speculative trading or anticipation of company developments.
Imperial Resources, Inc. (IMP) followed, climbing 16.67% to ₱1.05 after an increase of ₱0.15. Its trading activity involved 77,000 shares for a total value of ₱73,260.
Philweb Corporation (WEB) also made a strong showing, rising 16.05% or ₱1.34 to reach ₱9.69. The gaming technology provider traded 9,495,400 shares, amounting to ₱89.84 million in value. Speculation around new partnerships or regulatory updates in the online gaming sector could be driving this upward movement.
Medco Holdings, Inc. (MED) saw its shares appreciate by 13.21% or ₱0.014 to close at ₱0.12, with 110,000 shares traded for a value of ₱12,920.
PXP Energy Corporation (PXP), an oil and gas exploration firm, gained 10.0%, adding ₱0.30 to its price to settle at ₱3.30. A total of 6,284,000 shares were exchanged, accumulating a value of ₱19.66 million. Optimism surrounding its exploration projects or an uptick in global energy prices might be contributing factors.
Major banking institutions also posted healthy gains. Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) saw a significant increase of ₱11.0, or 9.73%, closing at ₱124.0. Its trades generated ₱516.31 million from 4,264,310 shares, indicating robust investor confidence in the banking sector. Philippine National Bank (PNB) also rose by 8.47% or ₱5.0, ending the day at ₱64.0, with 901,370 shares worth ₱56.52 million traded.
Rounding out the top gainers were Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corporation (AT), up 9.47% to ₱10.4; Macay Holdings, Inc. (MACAY), climbing 7.5% to ₱6.45; and Agrinurture, Inc. (ANI), which advanced 5.77% to ₱0.55.
Significant Declines Among Top Losers
On the other side of the ledger, Makati Finance Corporation (MFIN) led the decliners, plummeting by 28.42% or ₱0.54 to a closing price of ₱1.36. Only 3,000 shares were traded, totaling ₱4,080, suggesting a sharp correction on minimal volume.
Easycall Communications Philippines, Inc. (ECP) recorded a 14.52% drop, shedding ₱0.45 to close at ₱2.65. Its shares traded amounted to 35,000, with a value of ₱91,540.
GMA Holdings, Inc. - Philippine Deposit Receipts (GMAP) fell 11.97% or ₱0.73, closing at ₱5.37, on 4,600 shares worth ₱25,979.
TKC Metals Corporation (T) lost 8.82%, declining by ₱0.03 to ₱0.31, with 190,000 shares valued at ₱59,300.
United Paragon Mining Corporation (UPM) also experienced a notable downturn, falling 8.0% or ₱0.0004 to ₱0.0046, despite a high volume of 179,000,000 shares traded for ₱860,300.
Other companies experiencing significant losses included Supercity Realty Development Corporation (SRDC), down 7.88% to ₱18.0; Paxys, Inc. (PAX), losing 7.41% to ₱2.5; East Coast Vulcan Mining Corporation (ECVC), dropping 6.94% to ₱0.335; Geograce Resources Philippines, Inc. (GEO), which declined 6.84% to ₱0.109; and Prime Media Holdings, Inc. (PRIM), down 6.09% to ₱1.08.
The day’s trading showcased a polarized market, with substantial gains in key sectors like banking and mining, while a diverse group of smaller companies and holding firms faced downward pressure, reflecting a dynamic and selective investment landscape.
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