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S&P revises Philippines outlook; oil risks clouds ratings upgrade

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The Philippines’ push toward a higher credit rating has been put on hold as global risks cloud the near-term outlook, even as underlying economic fundamentals remain intact.

World Bank cuts Philippine growth forecast as global risks rise

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The World Bank expects Philippine economic growth to slow to 3.7 percent in 2026, down from 4.4 percent in 2025, according to its East Asia and Pacific (EAP) outlook released on April 8.

Philippines eyes $110B chip exports amid funding push

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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Board of Investments (BOI), has unveiled a roadmap to raise the Philippines’ semiconductor and electronics exports to USD110 billion annually by 2030, as it seeks to strengthen the country’s position in the global supply chain.

Philippines maps 3-tier strategy to attract investments

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The Philippines is positioning itself as a regional hub for smart, sustainable, and innovation-driven industries under the draft 2025–2028 Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), which outlines priority investment areas across a three-tier system.

Eala’s Linz run ends, lessons begin on clay

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Filipino tennis fans were hoping good things come in threes. Alex Eala instead got a reminder that in tennis, past wins do not always travel well across surfaces.
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DA backs hog raisers with import restrictions and tariff reform support 

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Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has pledged strong support for Filipino hog raisers suffering from steep financial losses caused by cheap foreign pork and dropping farmgate prices.

Fuel prices split again: gasoline drops while diesel spikes 

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Consumers and business owners face another week of contrasting fuel prices as global supply tensions continue to ripple through local pumps. Gasoline prices are projected to decrease by up to ₱1.00 per liter, offering mild relief to private motorists, while diesel prices are expected to rise significantly by up to ₱3.00 per liter, according to estimates from Jetti Petroleum.

DigiPlus plans up to 60 new games next year, pushes local content and original franchises 

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DigiPlus Interactive Corp. aims to launch as many as 60 new games next year, expanding its lineup as competition heats up in the Philippine online gaming space. The company is also stepping up its focus on original, locally developed titles rather than relying on foreign content, setting it apart from many industry peers.

Analog TV in Mega Manila to shut down November 22

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The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has confirmed analog television broadcasts in Mega Manila will officially cease on November 22, 2026, marking a major milestone in the country’s shift to digital TV. Deputy Commissioner Alvin Blanco said the target date is firm, and that television networks have been preparing public service announcements and information materials to help people get ready for the change.
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