Quotes by Jose Vistan

“The question is whether”

“It is more likely that China is preparing production for December so they are gearing up ... you will probably see sustained growth [in Chinese demand] for the next two months.”

“doubtful because of the difficult environment caused by rising energy prices.”

“It merely compounded the problems that have been hounding the country,”

“The government wont be able to meet its 5.3 percent growth target. We would be happy if we could duplicate what we have achieved in the first half.”

“There is going to be a lot of political tension, which would lead to investors shying away from the Philippines, both in terms of equities and real investments.”

“The party division being addressed is a market positive, but Arroyo staying on will mean continuing political tension.”

“A single-day gain from window dressing would tend to be followed by a day or two of readjustment.”

“We will have a very good first quarter. The market may reach the 2400 level during the period.”

“Foreign institutional investors are, I think, cautious to neutral on equities, including those in the Philippines.”