Economy
BSP launches monthly business survey; firms turn cautiously optimistic
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has released the first results of its new monthly Business Expectations Survey (BES), giving policymakers a more frequent reading of business sentiment across the country.
Metrobank sees February inflation at 2.4%, within BSP target
Inflation is expected to pick up slightly in February but remain within the government’s target, according to Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company (Metrobank).
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Tariff truce sparks Philippine garments export sprint
Philippine apparel exporters are racing against time, scrambling to squeeze shipments into a fleeting 150-day window after the US trimmed newly imposed tariffs from 19 percent to as low as 10 percent, or potentially 15 percent.
Philippines may hit A-level credit rating in 2 years, Salceda says
Former Albay Congressman and House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Joey Salceda said the Philippines is close to securing an A-level sovereign credit rating, the highest tier of creditworthiness, and potentially within two years under the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
GCash adds global REIT, income funds to widen Filipinos’ investment options
Digital finance app GCash has partnered with Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation (Manulife Investments Philippines) to give Filipinos easier access to global real estate and other income-generating investments.
