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PCCI urges customs reforms to ease NAIA cargo bottlenecks 

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) is pushing a series of customs reforms to unclog cargo operations at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), warning that persistent delays threaten one of the country's biggest export engines—the semiconductor and electronics industry.

Marcos seeks tax cuts for workers, middle class, MSMEs

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday asked Congress to approve a sweeping package of tax relief measures for middle-income earners, workers and small businesses, signaling a shift toward policies aimed at boosting household spending and encouraging business expansion.

T-bill yields ease on strong demand overwhelms market

Treasury bill yields drifted lower at Monday’s auction, pressured by steady demand for shorter-dated debt paper.

Fuel prices set to rise by up to P7.32 per liter this week

The Department of Energy (DOE) has confirmed another round of across-the-board fuel price increases taking effect this week, with gasoline set to go up by P6.80 per liter, diesel by P7.32 per liter, and kerosene by P4.22 per liter.

Vena Energy gets $310M for 500 MW Pangasinan solar project

Vena Energy has secured around $310 million in financing from eight international banks for its 500 MW Ixus Bugallon solar project in Pangasinan, reaching full financial close.

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SMFL expands Philippine footprint with RCBC stake

Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co. Ltd. (SMFL) is expanding its Philippine footprint after completing the acquisition of a 30 percent stake in RCBC Leasing & Finance Corp. (RLFC), positioning the Japanese financial services group to tap growing demand for leasing and asset financing.

UP study backs Maharlika fund for chip industry

A University of the Philippines study is urging the government to consider using the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) to finance a dedicated semiconductor development fund that could help the Philippines move into higher-value segments of the global chip industry.

DTI targets CARS arrears settlement before EVIS rollout

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is targeting the settlement of outstanding incentives under the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) program within the year before fully rolling out a new generation of automotive incentives, including the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS).

CREBA urges housing reforms without hurting supply

The Chamber of Real Estate and Builders’ Associations (CREBA) is pushing for housing reforms that protect buyers while keeping homebuilding commercially viable, warning that excessive regulation and tax uncertainty could ultimately squeeze housing supply.
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