Philippine factory activity recovers slightly in December
Philippine factory activity improved modestly in December 2025, with new orders rising for the first time in four months, according to S&P Global.
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Trade sector gains despite Trump tariffs
‘The continued rise in our exports shows that Filipino-made products remain competitive worldwide.’
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Phl products earn $269-M CIIE sales
The Philippines generated $269.09M in export sales at the 8th China International Import Expo, boosting demand for banana chips, durian, coconut products, and…
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U.S. allows Nvidia AI chips sale to China
Trump announces a deal with Xi Jinping allowing Nvidia to export advanced AI chips to China, reversing Biden-era restrictions and drawing criticism from…
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Coco industry struggles to realize tariff gains
Cost savings are expected to improve the profitability of export-oriented processors, encouraging them to buy more raw product and offer higher prices to…
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FTAs prospects, U.S. tariff exemptions keep exporters upbeat
The Philippines has finalized its first-ever Free Trade Agreement in the Middle East with the United Arab Emirates called Comprehensive Economic Partnership…
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PHl exporters pressed to prepare for EU deforestation rules
Philippine exporters are advised to prepare for the EU Deforestation-free Products Regulation (EUDR), ensuring agricultural exports like cocoa, coffee, and…
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Gov’t remains aggressive to improve exports — DTI
Philippine exports grow 19.4% in October 2025 to $7.39B as DTI emphasizes strengthening the business sector and U.S. tariff removal boosts agricultural trade,…
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U.S. keeps Phl agri tariff relief
The US grants additional exemptions from its 19% reciprocal tariff on select Philippine agricultural exports, benefiting banana, pineapple, and coconut…
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APEC sees export slowdown in 2026
‘While economies continue to promote trade facilitation and deepen regional economic integration, rising trade-restrictive measures and trade remedies point to…
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Philippines, Türkiye strengthen agri-trade and Halal ties
Philippines and Türkiye strengthen agricultural trade, poultry, tropical products, and Halal-certified feed production through new cooperation initiatives.
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FTSC: Catalysts of Phl exports and investments
Now is the time to elevate the status of the FTSC — to invest in their training, modernize their tools, increase their budget and add more posts abroad.
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Phl agribusiness makes strong push in Taiwan Smart Agri-Week 2025
The Philippines sharpened its bid to capture bigger export opportunities in Taiwan as the Department of Agriculture–Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance…
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Cheesy treat: USDEC, Subway launch new Triple Cheese Steak Sub
Subway Philippines teams up with US Dairy Export Council to launch the limited-edition Triple Cheese Steak Sub featuring all-natural American cheeses,…
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Import dependence limits potential — Roces
‘We’ve been on a growth path since before this administration, slowed by the pandemic lockdowns, but still in positive territory.’
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1% cut: Hurts more than it helps
It’s a move branded as a ‘trade goodwill gesture,’ though less an economic breakthrough and more a diplomatic sleight-of-hand.
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Trump’s tariffs get going
In our case, the US initially announced a 17-percent tariff last April, later raising it to 20 percent; but following President Marcos Jr.’s state visit, this…
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