11.   In Manila, PHILIPPINE stocks rose for the second time in three days as falling interest rates generated hopes of lower borrowing costs and stronger economic growth.

12.   Now that the situation shows signs of stabilizing, though, some analysts see great value in beaten down Philippine stocks.

13.   Other large-capitalization stocks also declined as foreign funds trimmed their holdings of Philippine stocks, traders said.

14.   Philippine stocks closed higher as banking stocks, led by Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co., rose in anticipation of further cuts in reserve requirements.

15.   Philippine stocks closed little changed as investors shifted their attention from large companies that led a rally to those that lagged and smaller companies that promise swifter earnings growth.

16.   Philippine stocks fell after two U.S. credit rating agencies warned rapid loan growth and soaring interest rates could lead to more defaults.

17.   Philippine stocks fell for a fourth day as foreign funds cut their stakes in large companies such as Ayala Land Inc. and Philippine National Bank.

18.   Philippine stocks fell for a second day as investors shifted money into smaller companies that offer swifter earnings growth.

19.   Philippine stocks fell for a second day, led by Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co., on concern the central bank will impose additional limits on consumer lending.

20.   PHILIPPINE stocks fell for a sixth day amid concern U.S. interest rates will be raised next week, increasing borrowing costs for companies.