THE PHILIPPINE Stock Exchange (PSE) is preparing a package of reforms aimed at reviving the country’s exchange-traded fund (ETF) market, including measures that would broaden the range of eligible issuers and products, lower capitalization requirements, and allow actively managed ETFs to list on the bourse, BusinessWorld reported.
The move comes as the local ETF market remains limited, with only a few products listed and low trading volumes. By easing listing requirements and introducing more flexible fund structures, the PSE hopes to attract more issuers and investors, boosting market depth and liquidity.
If approved, the rule changes could make the Philippine ETF market more competitive with regional peers, potentially drawing in both domestic and foreign capital. The PSE is also expected to engage with regulators and market participants to finalize the proposals.