Market, peso, slump amid renewed tensions
Market sentiment turned cautious after fresh reports of military exchanges between the US and Iran near the Strait of Hormuz. The peso weakened slightly,…
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Market sentiment turned cautious after fresh reports of military exchanges between the US and Iran near the Strait of Hormuz. The peso weakened slightly,…
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The country’s foreign reserves fell to a 15-month low as the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) battled a weakening local currency.
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Economists and industry groups pointed to slowing investments, softer household spending, and rising business uncertainty following the flood control…
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Civic groups launched yesterday a coalition called “Dapat Isa Lang Movement” to push a genuine Anti-Political Dynasty law, bypassing Congress through a…
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One thing San Miguel understands very well is rent-seeking — using its immense economic and political influence over government to secure projects, then…
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Enough is enough. ASEAN and China have danced around a binding CoC for so long while Beijing’s gray-zone aggression escalates.
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MACTAN, Cebu — ASEAN leaders on Friday adopted a sweeping declaration on maritime cooperation that reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment to freedom of navigation,…
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The growing global demand for minerals driven by the transition to renewable energy technologies (RET) is increasing concerns over potential exploitation tied…
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Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is expanding its branchless banking push after rolling out a barcode-based cash deposit service in partnership with…
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The Philippine economy posted its weakest growth in five years in the first quarter of 2026, as inflation, geopolitical tensions, and weakening investor…
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Amid the Middle East crisis affecting global economies, investments in the country’s economic continue to soar, improving more than 100 percent…
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Philippine National Police (PNP) chief P/Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. on Friday reported the arrest of the Top 1 Most Wanted Person at the regional level…
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Philippine National Police (PNP) chief P/Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. on Friday ordered an intensified campaign against a “guerrilla-style” black market for…
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More than 70,000 families have been affected by the ongoing volcanic activity at Mayon Volcano, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)…
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Senate Deputy Majority Leader JV Ejercito has introduced legislation to overhaul the Philippine sugar industry, targeting systemic issues such as…
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Despite the uncertain global environment, the company will continue placing long-term investments while cushioning the impact of volatility through tighter…
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