Phils re-opens 2011 and 2014 bonds

After a confused and heavily criticised start to its 2004 funding programme, the Republic returned to the market yesterday (Tuesday) with a well-considered tap of its 2011 and 2014 bonds. The Philippines has been the star performer of the Asian bond markets over the past month as investors start to factor in the possibility of an Arroyo victory in the country's Presidential elections.