Local stocks returned to positive territory Friday after the government reported improved employment data. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index climbed 39.87 points, or 0.64 percent, to close at 6,222.94, while the broader all-shares index rose 13.24 points to settle at 3,360.23. Philstocks Financial Inc. research engagement officer Claire Alviar said investors welcomed reports that […]
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