Economy
US consultants zero in on APECO
A Washington, D.C.–based consulting firm is setting its sights on the Philippines’ eastern seaboard, with potential seaport development in Aurora now on its radar.
BOP stands as deficit of $225 million in November
he Philippines recorded a $225 million balance of payments (BOP) deficit in November 2025, bringing the year-to-date shortfall to US$4.8 billion, according to official data.
BSP surveys show mixed but policy-relevant signals of wary consumers but upbeat business sector
Filipino as consumers turned more cautious in the fourth quarter of 2025 while businesses became more optimistic, underscoring a mixed economic outlook that remains important for macroeconomic policy, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
PEZA smashes record, eyes historic finish in 2025
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has surged past a key metric, approving P237.1 billion in investments as of December 12—already beating the full-year 2024 total of P214.18 billion by nearly 11 percent and putting its P250 billion 2025 target squarely within reach.
Figaro builds export-ready food platform
Figaro Culinary Group is deepening its long-term growth play as it ramps up operations of Figaro Innovation and Development Inc. (FIDI), a wholly owned subsidiary designed to expand the Group’s food product pipeline, strengthen manufacturing capabilities, and lay the groundwork for future export markets.
