Philippines seeks bigger US minerals role
The Philippines is positioning itself for a larger role in the US’ critical minerals supply chain, with fresh details expected as both sides prepare for a bilateral strategic dialogue next week, Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said.
Office glut glut to push prices down through 2027, hitting developers and reshaping choices for Filipinos
Office occupancy in Metro Manila is expected to keep falling until 2027 as new buildings open faster than companies can fill them, according to real estate consultancy Prime Philippines. The oversupply is putting continued downward pressure on office rents and property values.
UK tech courts Manila AI alliances
UK technology leaders are stepping up their Southeast Asia push, with artificial intelligence and cybersecurity partnerships firmly in the spotlight at UK–Southeast Asia Tech Week 2026 in Manila.
FDI inflows rise in November, signaling steady foreign confidence in PH
Foreign direct investments (FDIs) into the Philippines reached a net US$897 million in November 2025, lifting total inflows for the first eleven months of the year to US$7.1 billion. The increase shows that foreign investors continue to put new money into the country despite global uncertainty.
Meralco rates tick up as grid costs bite
After two months of lower power bills, Meralco customers are seeing a reversal in February as electricity rates climb on higher grid-related charges.
