Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into the Philippines dropped to US$443 million in January 2026, marking a decline compared with the level recorded in January 2025. The decrease highlights growing caution among foreign investors, with rising geopolitical risks seen as a key factor dampening confidence.
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) on Friday announced an increase of P0.5335 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in electricity rates this April. The overall rate for a typical household is now P14.3496 per kWh, up from P13.8161 per kWh in March.
Scam Watch Pilipinas warns the public about a “fake rider” scheme abusing Lalamove bookings after an attempted incident involving co-founder Art Samaniego.
Alternergy Holdings Corp., a listed renewable energy firm, has secured unanimous shareholder approval to raise fresh capital through a planned issuance of green perpetual preferred shares, positioning the company for its next phase of expansion as energy security concerns intensify.
Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) has rolled out its Kaya-Sulit Ready-for-Occupancy (RFO) Promo to make buying homes more affordable and easier for Filipinos. The program is offered in partnership with EastWest Bank and the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI).
A senior lawmaker has warned that removing the value-added tax (VAT) on fuel could do more harm than good to the Philippine economy, even as public pressure grows to ease rising fuel prices.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will roll out a P1 billion service contracting program to support public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and operators starting April 15, 2026. The program will run for two weeks.