How to Buy Shares in the Philippine Stock Market

Beginner’s Guide to Investing in PH Stock Market 2025

While it may be intimidating at first, investing in the Philippine stock market is a great way to make money. With some good options for online brokers and easy account setups, you can begin your stock investment journey today. Whether you aim to build wealth, save for retirement, or beat inflation, owning shares of Philippine companies can help achieve your goal. Here’s a step-by-step guide for Filipino beginners on how to start buying shares.

Step 1: Choose a Legitimate Stock Broker

To buy stocks in the Philippines, you need to open an account with a PSE-accredited stockbroker. Brokers can be traditional or online, here are some of the best online brokers in the Philippines:

• COL Financial
  
• BDO Securities
  
• First Metro Securities
  
• PhilStocks
  
• MyTrade
  

Choose a stock market online brokerage firm that is stable, with low fees, user-friendly platform, and strong customer support. Also make sure your broker can give you access to hundreds of publicly listed companies in the PSE. For example, COL Financial allows you to find the best companies where you can buy shares from and earn more in the long run.

Step 2: Open a Trading Account

Once you’ve selected a broker, you’ll need to open a trading account. Requirements usually include the following:

• Valid government-issued ID
  
• Tax Identification Number (TIN)
  
• Proof of billing such as utility bill
  
• Initial funding – Php 1,000 to Php 5,000
  

Most online brokers now allow full digital account opening. You can complete the verification process within one to three business days.

Step 3: Fund Your Account

After your account is approved, you’ll need to deposit funds. There are several funding options to choose from, including online banking, supported e-wallets, and over-the-counter deposits. You can start investing with as little as Php 1,000, but make sure to buy at least one “board lot” or the minimum number of shares depending on the stock’s price.

Step 4: Start Buying Stocks

Once funded, you can now buy shares using your broker’s online platform. Simply log in to your account, search for the stock, enter the number of shares and your price, click “Buy”, and wait for confirmation. Some platforms will ask you to type in the company code on the search box. To know which company you should buy stocks from, you can use some features such as the Truly Rich Club in COL Financial. It will tell you which company stocks are doing well and will increase in the future. Some of the most popular blue-chip stocks include SM Investments, PLDT, and Jollibee.

Step 5: Monitor Your Investment

Your stock holdings will be reflected in your broker’s dashboard. The PSE operates from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. You can track your profits, dividends, and even set stop-loss or target prices on the platform. COL Financial, for example, has a SAM Table where you can see which companies you can buy from. Follow the label such as the stock, buy below price, current price, target price, expected growth, and action to take. You can buy stocks with the ones labeled as “continue buying” on the table. Just enter the code to buy order and then check your trade portfolio to see if it reflects your new shares.

Final Thoughts

​Buying shares in the PH stock market is no longer just for the rich or financial experts. With the right broker and a basic understanding, any Filipino can start building their financial future today. If you want to invest in a condominium in Baguio City or a house and lot in the Philippines, check out our website or contact us today so we can assist you.