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Economists Arthur Laffer and Ashok Kaul urge the Philippines to adopt risk-based taxes that distinguish between cigarettes and smoke-free nicotine products…
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Economists Arthur Laffer and Ashok Kaul urge the Philippines to adopt risk-based taxes that distinguish between cigarettes and smoke-free nicotine products…

‘The slower inflation print reduces the urgency for an off-cycle rate hike in the near term. However, a substantial increase in the policy rate at the next…

Economists warn that more Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) interest rate hikes are likely despite slower May inflation, as energy shock spillovers, El Niño…

Economists weigh the pros and cons of a potential suspension of fuel excise taxes in the Philippines, highlighting consumer relief versus government revenue…


Economists caution against a wage hike amid rising oil prices, warning it could force small businesses to shut down or lay off workers. They urge targeted…

Monsod eventually brought her economic expertise to broadcasting, radio and print, becoming popularly known as ‘Mareng Winnie.’

Economist Novel Bangsal says the Philippines’ new upper-middle-income status will not immediately cut off access to concessional financing, noting a transition…

The Philippines has reached upper-middle-income status under the World Bank classification, boosting its global standing and credit rating prospects. Economist…


Meaningful reforms addressing governance issues must remain a priority despite recent developments in the Philippine political sphere. ‘What’s really important…

Global oil prices remain at levels that continue to exert upward pressure on domestic fuel and transport costs.

Inflation in the Philippines could hit double digits by the fourth quarter if the Middle East conflict and elevated oil prices persist, warns BPI Lead…


An economist says suspending fuel excise taxes may offer limited relief but won’t shield the Philippines from rising oil prices driven by global markets, as…

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signs a law allowing suspension of fuel excise taxes to curb rising oil prices, as debates grow over its impact on consumers, government…
An economist warns the Philippines may face severe fuel shortages and rising inflation above 6% amid Middle East tensions, urging proactive measures like…

‘We were expecting some kind of recovery in the first half of this year, but stronger in the second half, as the budget of the government has been aligned away…

The Philippines' economic growth is under threat as the Middle East conflict continues, warns BPI economist Emilio S. Neri Jr. Prolonged tensions could push…

Sandro Marcos files bill to scrap travel tax, supported by Joey Salceda, citing potential P46 billion boost to economic activity.