Foreign direct investments (FDIs), often seen as a key indicator of a country’s economic health, brought net inflows of US$560 million into the Philippines in December 2025, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
Jollibee Foods Corp. wrapped up 2025 with a powerful fourth-quarter performance that lifted its full-year earnings, underscoring the fast-food giant’s growing strength both at home and overseas.
Agriculture groups are asking the government to step in and reduce the impact of rising fuel prices on farmers and fisherfolk, warning that the situation could threaten food production and raise food prices.
Domestic airlines expect airfares to rise in the coming months as the conflict in the Middle East drives up jet fuel prices and disrupts flight operations.
Maynilad Water Services Inc. said several major water and wastewater infrastructure projects in its West Zone concession area are nearing completion, a development expected to improve water reliability, system resilience, and environmental protection for customers across Metro Manila and Cavite.
Businesses covered by the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s (BIR) electronic invoicing mandate have until year-end to upgrade billing and accounting systems, potentially adding to software, technology and training costs.
The Philippines is pushing for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union to protect preferential market access and shield exporters from higher tariffs as the country moves closer to losing eligibility for the EU’s Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+).
The United Kingdom is seeking to deepen trade and investment ties with the Philippines without waiting for Manila’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), signaling a parallel approach to bilateral and regional economic integration.
Taiwan-based CQS Precision Die Casting Inc. is expanding into the Philippines with a new manufacturing facility in Batangas, adding robotics production to the industrial mix at LIMA Estate.