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Philippines to revamp bond pricing ahead of JPMorgan index inclusion
The overhaul will be done in two stages, with the first expected by the end of the year, said the people who asked not to be identified because they are not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. Authorities will initially stop including the tax effects of bond premiums and discounts. They will then change how tax is collected on accrued interest so it is no longer withheld when the security is sold.[...]