
BSP hikes seen supporting local currency
According to BPI lead economist Emilio Neri Jr., interest rate hikes by the central bank in response to Gulf-driven inflation could support the local currency…
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According to BPI lead economist Emilio Neri Jr., interest rate hikes by the central bank in response to Gulf-driven inflation could support the local currency…
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Tighter monetary policy by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) could help support the Philippine peso, which remains near record lows against the US dollar…
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The country’s gross international reserves (GIRs) stood at a 16-month low of $104.0 billion as of end-May 2026, slightly lower than the previous month’s $104.3…
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‘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…
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Outstanding loans extended by universal and commercial banks grew by 11.4 percent year-on-year in April, faster than the 10.7 percent expansion recorded in…
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Domestic liquidity (M3) expanded by 12.2 percent year-on-year to P20.3 trillion in April, slightly higher than the revised 12.1 percent growth recorded in…
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The ongoing turmoil in the Senate threatens institutional credibility and the overall stability of the Philippine economy, adding to an already risk-heavy…
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The bellwether index and local currency both rebounded on Friday, with the Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) closing at 5,938.38, up 26.45 points or 0.45…
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The ongoing turmoil in the Senate threatens institutional credibility and the overall stability of the Philippine economy, adding to an already risk-heavy…
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Despite inflation easing to 6.8 percent in May, economists still expect the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to implement further interest rate hikes as…
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For many fans, securing BTS concert tickets can feel like a miracle.
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Bien Zoleta struck gold overseas as she and Jessica Agra won the women’s doubles 35+ category in the PPA Asia 500 Macao Open at the Venetian Macao over the…
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La Merced de Buenos Aires (AFP) — “Bomb incoming!” A military radio intercepts a voice alerting miners about an attack, while dozens of soldiers advance over…
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Teachers, nurses, police officers and countless public servants deserve fair and competitive compensation as well.
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Known for directing projects such as 'Chief Detective 1958' and 'Confidential Assignment,' Kim described 'Gold Land' as a fresh addition to the noir genre.
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Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) independent director Stephen Cu-Unjieng has come to the defense of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona Jr.…
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Maharlika Investment Corp. Independent Director Stephen Cu-Unjieng has come to the defense of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli M. Remolona Jr.…
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PROSPERIDAD, Agusan del Sur — Princess Angel Ando hopes to follow in the footsteps of her aunt, two-time Olympian Elreen Ando, after winning the secondary…
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