Economy
Crackdown accelerates as counterfeits crowd clicks
The Philippines is tightening the screws on sellers of fake automotive parts, as the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) and the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) sign a new memorandum of understanding aimed at purging counterfeit auto products from major e-commerce platforms.
Trade gap pushes BOP to US$5.3-B deficit
The country posted a US$5.3-billion balance of payments (BOP) deficit in the first nine months of 2025, equal to 1.5 percent of GDP, as tighter global financial conditions and trade uncertainties weighed on the external sector.
BOI approves P26.43B in new investments, eyes new jobs
The Board of Investments (BOI) has cleared P26.43 billion worth of fresh investments, giving the government’s industry roadmap a solid boost as it pushes for growth across services, manufacturing, housing, and clean energy.
TransUnion Study: Cautious wallets, steady nerves shape Filipino spending
Filipino households are stepping into 2026 with one foot on the gas and the other firmly on the brake. The TransUnion Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study shows a nation that’s financially upbeat — but not about to throw caution or pesos to the wind.
Households end 2025 on stable financial footing – study
Filipinos are closing 2025 with steady finances, balancing optimism with cautious spending, according to TransUnion’s Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study.
