Beginner Guide · PH

Investing in Philippine Stocks: A Beginner's Guide

A quick, no-jargon starter for Filipinos who want to invest in PSE stocks — from opening a broker account to tracking your first portfolio.

Step 1 — Open a PSE broker account

Choose a licensed Philippine broker. Popular options include COL Financial, First Metro Sec, BDO Nomura, and Philstocks. Sign up online, submit ID + proof of address, and fund your account via bank transfer.

Step 2 — Learn the basics

  • PSE trading hours: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM (Mon–Fri, PHT).
  • Board lots vary by price tier — check before buying.
  • Long-term (buy & hold) is generally safer for beginners than day trading.

Step 3 — Track everything on Stockrove

PHP-native portfolio

Track cost basis, gain/loss, and dividends in PHP.

All 280+ PSE stocks

Search any PSE ticker with .PSE suffix.

Frequently asked questions

Not financial advice. Consult a licensed advisor before investing.