Philippine bonds to join Global Index in 2026
Philippine government bonds will be included for the first time in the J.P. Morgan Government Bond Index–Emerging Markets starting January 29 next year. The index is widely used by global investors to track bond markets in developing countries.
Philippines’ climate budgeting system gains regional traction
The Philippines’ Climate Change Expenditure Tagging (CCET) system is emerging as a regional benchmark as Southeast Asian governments move to treat climate risks as fiscal shocks and hardwire resilience into national budgets.
Twists, turns, and fries you missed
McDonald’s Philippines is bringing back a menu favorite—with a plot twist. Starting May 1, the much-loved Twister Fries return to menus nationwide, this time paired with a new digital campaign aptly titled “Your Daily Plot Twist.”
Organizations push ahead with AI despite risks — study
A new global study by TrendAI shows that many organizations are rolling out artificial intelligence (AI) even when they have serious security and compliance concerns.
DA steps in as palay prices drop in some areas
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is taking action to stabilize palay (unhusked rice) prices after declines were reported in several major rice-producing provinces.
