PHILIPPINE

STOCK EXCHANGE
The Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. is the national stock exchange of the Philippines. The exchange
was created in 1992 from the merger of the Manila Stock Exchange (established on Aug. 8, 1927)
and the Makati Stock Exchange (established on May 27, 1963). Including previous forms, the
exchange has been in operation since 1927.

From PSE Website:

The Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. (PSE) is a self-regulatory organization that provides and
ensures a fair, efficient, transparent and orderly market for the buying and selling of securities. The
Exchange also offers a convenient and efficient venue in raising capital to support the growth of
businesses.

Considered one of the oldest bourses in Asia, the PSE traces its roots back to the country’s two
former bourses – the Manila Stock Exchange (formed in 1927) and the Makati Stock Exchange
(formed in 1963). The Manila and Makati bourses were unified on December 23, 1992 to form the
PSE.

In 2018, the PSE moved its headquarters to Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig. The fast paced
environment in the Taguig business district is well-suited for the Exchange as it aims to fast track the
introduction of new products and services to boost investor participation and liquidity in the
Philippine stock market.

ROLE of PSE:

The main role of PSE is to bring together companies which aim to raise capital through
the issue of new securities. Through the listing of their share in the stock exchange,
companies can have easier access to funds. The PSE facilitates the selling and buying of the
issued stocks and warrants.

Mission of PSE (from Website):

Offer products and services responsive to the needs of investors and other stakeholders

Develop a highly motivated and professional workforce, committed to serve and excel.

Be a preferred venue for raising capital.

Operate efficiently to optimize shareholder value.

Practice world-class systems and global best practices an efficient, fair and orderly market.

Provide facility for fair, accurate, complete and timely information about listed companies, while
extending market education and awareness programs to investors.
Vision of PSE (from website):

A premier exchange with world class standards for trading securities and raising capital that serves
as a strong engine for a robust economy.

Corporate Values (from website):

Professionalism in delivering quality service and in meeting the highest standards of

excellence.

Integrity, transparency and accountability in implementing business programs and enforcing

decisions.

Teamwork in working towards a common and favorable goal for the market.

Mutual respect in relating with fellow employees.

Inner strength in prioritizing the common good of the market instead of individual interest.

Corporate responsibility in promoting market growth hand in hand with community welfare.