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Central bank projects inflation no higher than 6.6% in July

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas projects inflation will fall between 5.6 percent and 6.6 percent. The range reflects competing forces shaping the economy.

The green revolution could leave wildlife in the red

The world needs more minerals to build electric vehicles, solar panels and batteries. But a new study warns that the rush to dig them...

BOI explores China tie-up to boost EV workforce

The Board of Investments (BOI) is seeking to strengthen the Philippines' electric vehicle (EV) talent pipeline through a potential partnership with China's largest automotive vocational education institution, as the government works to attract more EV manufacturing investments.

EV incentives targets manufacturing investments, quality jobs

The government is looking to accelerate the country's electric vehicle (EV) industry with a new incentive program that it says will attract global manufacturers, strengthen local production and create quality jobs.

Metrobank holds steady at P24.9 billion first-half 2026 income despite challenges

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co., or Metrobank, reported a steady net income of P24.9 billion for the first half of 2026, delivering stable earnings even as the broader business environment remained difficult for the banking sector.

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PH leads push to scale up global loss and damage funding as demand far outstrips available aid

The Philippines is calling for a major increase in global financing under the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage, after the first round of funding requests showed overwhelming need far outpacing what is currently available.

DOE advances nuclear energy framework; lays out rules, timelines and roles

The Department of Energy is moving forward with the proposed framework that will govern the Philippines’ first-ever nuclear power procurement, following the completion of initial consultations with stakeholders.

ERC issues new policies protecting power consumers 

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has rolled out three new policies to boost transparency, fairness, and savings for Filipino electricity consumers.

Aboitiz Foods, PH Army renew LAMP livelihood partnership

Aboitiz Foods via Pilmico Foods Corp. and the Philippine Army have renewed their joint Livelihood Assistance and Management Program (LAMP) for another five years.
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