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  1. Corruption quantifiable Former Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Deputy Governor Diwa Guinigundo holds that widespread corruption is not just a political problem but an economic cost that dampens the momentum of progress.

    Banker breaks down economy of trust

    ‘Governance affects the risk premium, the cost of capital, even the project timelines and ultimately, the willingness of investors to commit long-term capital.’

  2. BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. (left) and DEPDev Sec. Arsenio Balisacan (right)

    Remolona says Q2 growth may be higher

    The 2.3 percent gross domestic product (GDP) growth the country posted in the second quarter of 2026 may not be as low as initially reported, according to…

  3. Hollow victory

    Hollow victory

    A closer look at the Philippines’ new upper middle-income status raises questions as slowing economic growth, shrinking investments, underemployment,…

  4. WHILE many economies built their growth models on exports and industrial production, the Philippines relied on households. Income sources may vary — OFW remittances, BPO workers' salaries, domestic wages, but ultimate, they all go to the same destination —consumer spending, with Filipino housewives spending the largest portion of their household budgets on food and other grocery items.

    Buy, buy, buy: Why consumption remains king

    Consumption has long been the driver of Philippine economic growth, accounting for roughly three-fourths of gross domestic product for decades and ranking…

  5. DEPDEV Secretary Arsenio Balisacan speaks to reporters following a Thursday, 7 May press conference at the Philippine Statistics Authority headquarters in Quezon City

    Economy slows amid corruption, oil shock

    Philippine economic growth slowed to 2.8% in early 2026, as the Marcos Jr. administration battles a major flood control corruption scandal, delayed budget…

  6. Mindanao cities see economic growth in 2024

    Mindanao cities see economic growth in 2024

    Davao City leads Mindanao’s top-performing cities in 2024 with P5.76B in locally-sourced revenue, followed by Cagayan de Oro and General Santos. BLGF data…

  7. Q1 growth skids over tariff jitters 

    Q1 growth skids over tariff jitters 

    The Philippine Statistics Authority reported that the figure slightly improved from the 5.3 percent recorded in the fourth quarter of 2024

  8. More of dream than reality

    More of dream than reality

    But economic status is not just about numbers. A country’s income category should ideally reflect the quality of life of its people — and this is where the…

  9. Transport lack fuels auto sales

    Transport lack fuels auto sales

    The lack of mass transport system in most parts of the country also increased the need for more Filipinos to purchase vehicles, with more brands and…

  10. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

    Marcos: May is ease of doing business month

    Part of ARTA’s responsibility is to recommend policies, processes, and systems to enhance regulatory management, monitor agency compliance, and conduct…

  11. Security Bank sees 6.1% 2025 growth

    Security Bank sees 6.1% 2025 growth

    Filipinos are expected to vote for candidates for national legislative positions and local government units on 12 May

  12. (FILE PHOTO) The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

    BSP cuts reserve rule for big banks

    BSP reduces reserve requirement ratios for various banks, including digital and thrift banks, to enhance financial intermediation and support economic growth.…