Economy
PH foreign obligations position eases slightly in late 2025
The country’s financial position with the rest of the world improved modestly at the end of 2025, as the country’s net external liability narrowed to US$50.8 billion, down from US$52.1 billion in the previous quarter.
Taiwan firms eye Philippine expansion, EV bus plant
Taiwanese manufacturers of electric vehicle (EV) buses are exploring plans to establish a production facility in the Philippines, with a potential capital outlay of about USD25 million, the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) said.
Fuel, rice, power cost push inflation higher in March forecast
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) expects inflation to pick up in March 2026, forecasting it to settle between 3.1 percent and 3.9 percent, a notable increase from the 2.4 percent recorded in February.
Clark Motorsports Hotel spurs experiential tourism investment
A planned P1.5-billion boutique hotel inside the Clark International Speedway is set to anchor a new wave of investments in the Philippines’ fast-growing experiential tourism segment, combining hospitality with motorsports-driven attractions.
Philippine seasonal crafts post gains at Ambiente
Philippine seasonal crafts exporters booked stronger sales at Ambiente 2026 in Frankfurt, signaling resilience and rising demand in Europe’s sustainable-luxury segment despite mounting global trade pressures.
