High-yield deposits seen as hedge vs rising inflation
As inflation continues to rise, Filipino households are feeling the strain of higher everyday costs, prompting renewed focus on savings that can keep pace with…
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As inflation continues to rise, Filipino households are feeling the strain of higher everyday costs, prompting renewed focus on savings that can keep pace with…
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House Committee on Ways and Means Chairperson Miro Quimbo said that a total suspension of Value Added Tax (VAT) and excise tax on all fuel products could…
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The share of Filipino adults with formal financial accounts declined to 50 percent in 2025, down from 56 percent in 2021, even as overall access to financial…
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The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) closed essentially flat at 6,063.69 on Thursday, 16 April, up 0.34 percent from the previous session, reflecting…
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The peso’s current depreciation amid the effects of the ongoing Middle East conflict has not yet breached inflationary territory, according to Bangko Sentral…
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Filipinos were anticipating the suspension or reduction of the excise tax on gasoline and diesel to preserve their purchasing power.
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The peso’s current depreciation amid the effects of the ongoing Middle East conflict has not yet breached inflationary territory, according to Bangko Sentral…
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Department of Finance (DOF) Undersecretary Rolando Ligon Jr. said the proposed suspension of excise tax on fuel remains pending, awaiting approval from…
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‘Any shaving of the price will help, whether it’s small or big.’
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The Manila Police District (MPD) has suspended the enforcement of certain local ordinances under the 'Safer Cities' Initiative following concerns that the…
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Senator Imee Marcos on Sunday renewed her call for the government to suspend the value-added tax on petroleum products, citing the crippling impact of high…
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Monetary policy response to the oil price shock hinges on whether spillover effects materialize in domestic demand, where the BSP’s policy tools are most…
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A boy displayed his thoughtfulness to his sister by recently gifting her a money bouquet for finishing Grade 10.
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The oil price shock resulting from the conflict in the Middle East may trigger spillover inflationary effects in the coming months, according to the Bangko…
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Economists are weighing in on the possible suspension of fuel excise taxes, saying it could provide relief to consumers but disadvantage the government…
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Gross internal reserves dropped to $107.5 billion as of end-March, from February’s $112.7 billion record high. Still, the BSP said, ‘this level provides an…
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The Philippines’ gross international reserves (GIR) declined to $107.5 billion as of end-March 2026, reversing the record-high level posted in February,…
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Electricity, food, postharvest, transport, and logistics costs for rice all grew due to higher fuel charges. Inflation rose 4.1 percent in march from 2.4…
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