BIR grants P149M tax relief to micro taxpayers
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has granted P149.35 million in tax relief to 2,379 micro taxpayers in three months, as participation in its one-time tax abatement program accelerates ahead of the Dec. 31, 2026 deadline.
BCDA, Pag-IBIG partner to develop housing projects
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and Pag-IBIG Fund are teaming up to develop housing and other projects on BCDA-owned properties, starting with about 14 hectares in New Clark City.
COREnergy urges businesses to cut power costs strategically
COREnergy is urging Philippine businesses to look beyond cheaper electricity rates and explore ways to reduce power costs through transparent contracts, solar energy and...
Gov’t sets January 2027 launch for global bond pricing standard to boost market liquidity
The financial regulators and market institutions on Friday announced that peso-denominated government bonds will transition to the international bond pricing convention for settlement purposes starting January 4, 2027. All relevant regulations and backend systems are scheduled to be fully operational before the end of 2026.
PH exports eye $100B as electronics drive growth
Philippine merchandise exports could hit a record USD100 billion in 2026, up from about USD84 billion last year, as surging electronics shipments and a possible mineral export recovery offset risks from US tariff policies.
