Trade & Investments
PEZA may adjust targets as investments fall 23% in Q1
Approved investments by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) fell 23 percent in the first quarter to P45.53 billion, down from P58.95 billion a year earlier, as global uncertainties tempered capital commitments.
Philippines steady at 36th in 2026 IP Index
The US Chamber of Commerce has kept the Philippines at 36th place out of 55 economies in its 2026 International IP Index, unchanged from the previous year, despite noting incremental gains in the country’s intellectual property (IP) environment.
ASEAN warns m of Middle East risks, boosts resilience
Finance leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have raised alarms over escalating tensions in the Middle East, warning that prolonged instability could deepen geopolitical risks and weigh further on a fragile global economy.
BOI mulls coal incentives amid Semirara uncertainty
The Board of Investments (BOI) is considering whether coal mining and production should be added to the list of activities eligible for fiscal perks under the upcoming Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), a move that could benefit Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC), the country’s largest coal producer.
Philippines maps 3-tier strategy to attract investments
The Philippines is positioning itself as a regional hub for smart, sustainable, and innovation-driven industries under the draft 2025–2028 Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), which outlines priority investment areas across a three-tier system.
