
Peso slumps down to new low at P60.55; bourse finishes week under 6,000
The Philippine peso sank to a new record low of P60.55 per US dollar on Friday afternoon as the crisis in the Middle East continued to weigh on the currency…
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The Philippine peso sank to a new record low of P60.55 per US dollar on Friday afternoon as the crisis in the Middle East continued to weigh on the currency…
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The World Bank Group announced on Thursday (Friday, 27 March, Philippine time) that it will provide financial assistance to member countries — including the…
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This action follows nationwide protests since mid-March, as drivers face diesel prices nearing P120/liter and gasoline over P100, eroding profits despite…
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The strongest measure taken by the government thus far — the suspension of the excise tax on fuel — will have little effect in easing Filipinos’ suffering,…
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The Department of Trade and Industry reported that Philippine exports reached $14.47 billion in the first two months of 2026, the highest level for the period…
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Sara Duterte warned that Filipino households should brace for worsening economic and climate-related conditions throughout 2026, saying the country is entering…
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The National Basketball Association (NBA) Board of Governors voted on Wednesday to authorize the league to explore potential expansion teams for Las Vegas and…
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LOS ANGELES (AFP) — Denver’s Jamal Murray scored 53 points and teammate Nikola Jokic added a monster triple-double as the Nuggets topped the Dallas Mavericks…
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Thursday assured the public that prices of basic necessities and prime commodities have remained stable, with no…
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Thursday assured the public that prices of basic necessities and prime commodities have remained stable, with no…
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Ferry operators have committed not to increase fares this Holy Week amid the huge spikes in fuel price caused by the war in the Middle East, President…
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Philippine-headquartered Asian Development Bank (ADB) is extending financial support to assist developing member countries as the Middle East conflict…
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TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Corn and rice farmers in Kalinga now have expanded legal protections against unfair market practices following the enactment of the…
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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Transport cooperatives and corporations are formally requesting a temporary suspension of monthly payments for modernized vehicles,…
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NEW YORK (AFP) — Jalen Brunson scored 32 points as the New York Knicks stretched their winning streak to seven games with a 121-116 defeat of the New Orleans…
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Even if the Persian Gulf fighting stopped today, it would take four to six weeks to restore oil production, four to eight weeks to settle the oil markets, and…
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A quick, decisive win by the US and Israel is the fastest route back to Gulf stability, which is vital for the Philippines and the families of millions of…
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Inflation could spike to as high as 14.3 percent, while overall economic growth may slow if global oil prices continue to surge, Economy, Planning and…
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