Corruption dragged Phl GDP below target — DEPDev
DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan says the Philippines would have hit its 2025 growth target if not for the flood control corruption scandal that stalled…
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Floodgate fallout to drag growth into 2026 – Balisacan
Economic growth in the Philippines may remain subdued in early 2026 due to spillover effects of the flood control scandal, with recovery expected in the second…
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DepDev: US-Venezuela crisis won’t hit PH economy
Economic officials say the US–Venezuela conflict will have minimal impact on the Philippine economy, with limited trade exposure and falling oil prices easing…
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Mass shelter boom seen with new ceiling
The new price ceiling is reflective of the current increases in the prices of land, labor and materials, and will ensure support for the production of…
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New IRR boosts 4PH housing program
‘Because of the swift action of the DHSUD and DEPDev, the IRR was issued in just three weeks. This shows President Marcos Jr.’s commitment to helping more…
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DHSUD, DEPDev issue IRR on updated socialized housing price ceiling
DHSUD and DEPDev have issued the IRR for the updated socialized housing price ceiling, setting new limits for subdivision and condominium projects to support…
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DHSUD, DEPDEV raise price ceiling for socialized housing under 4PH
DHSUD and DEPDEV signed Joint Memorandum Circular 2025-001 updating the price ceiling for socialized housing, a change expected to support the nationwide…
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Philippine economy remains strong despite political turmoil – Balisacan
DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan says the Philippine economy remains fundamentally strong and resilient despite political turmoil, corruption allegations,…
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Philippine economy expected to rebound in 2026 – DEPDev
DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan says the Philippine economy is expected to rebound in 2026 with government interventions, trade deals, and disaster recovery…
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DEPDev calls for stronger monitoring, evaluation to ensure growth
DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan urges stronger monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure economic growth translates into real benefits for Filipinos,…
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DEPDev backs 'Konektado' Act despite telco pushback
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Go assumes bigger role for econ team
Among Go’s new responsibilities are representing the Office of the President and the Executive Secretary in the Development Budget Coordination Committee,…
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Gov’t tweaks dev’t program until 2028
DEPDev updates the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028, focusing on productivity, innovation, infrastructure, and inclusive growth to navigate global shifts…
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DEPDev opposes online gambling, studies tax-based mitigation
DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan voiced opposition to online gambling over its social harms but said economic managers are weighing tax regulation options…
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ILO-backed initiative eyes decent work
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WB: Fast-track free trade deals
Addressing risks and reinforcing economic resilience remain the government’s top priorities
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Foreign debt plea rises 119% — BSP
External borrowings in the first quarter included bond issuances amounting to $3.33 billion, five project loans worth $1.46 billion, and three program loans…
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