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BSP releases new book on Philippine current account trends

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has launched Current Account Dynamics and the Philippine Economy: Developments and Prospects at its Manila headquarters.

Philippine creative sector hits growth, IP hurdles

The Philippines’ creative economy is booming, contributing over 7 percent of gross domestic products in 2025 and gaining traction as a competitive player in the global market. 

Nueva Ecija set for ₱1.35B housing boom

The Board of Investments (BOI) has greenlit two mass housing projects in Nueva Ecija valued at a combined P1.35 billion, signaling a boost in affordable homeownership and local economic activity.

FLI’s Visayas malls reinvent retail beyond checkout

The modern shopping mall is having an identity crisis, and that may be the best thing that ever happened to retail.

Empire East says OFWs continue to drive property market

Overseas Filipino workers continue to provide a crucial source of demand for the Philippine housing market, with homeownership aspirations proving resilient despite economic uncertainties abroad, according to listed developer Empire East Land Holdings Inc. 

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Meralco strengthens earthquake readiness via full-scale drills

When the ground shakes, readiness cannot remain on paper. For Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), preparedness means putting plans, people, technology, and partnerships through their paces—before a real emergency does.

Philippines export streak hits 35-year high momentum

The Philippines’ export boom is showing signs of staying power, with merchandise shipments climbing 27.8 percent in August to USD9.11 billion—the highest monthly level in 35 years, the Department of Trade and Industry said.

SMPC rightsizes workforce; seawater inflows curb Acacia mine operations

Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) is adjusting its workforce as persistent and rising seawater ingress restricts activity at its Acacia mine, with flows now overwhelming existing pumping capacity.

Blu Girls’ Asian Games medal wait continues

The Philippine Blu Girls will have to wait a little longer for their first Asian Games softball medal after Chinese Taipei turned Saturday's bronze-medal match into a three-inning rout.
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