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Banks signal stable lending standards and growing loan demand for Q3 2023
The various banks are set to keep their lending standards mostly unchanged through the third quarter of 2026, pointing to a resilient banking system that remains well-positioned to drive economic growth despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
DOE targets electricity theft to cut power bills as Meralco warns of massive losses
The Department of Energy is eyeing immediate measures to curb electricity pilferage as part of the government’s push to remove system loss charges from consumer bills, though major industry players warn the plan could carry a massive price tag.
Marcos says Philippines ‘will not yield’ on West Philippine Sea
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered one of the strongest foreign policy messages of his administration on Monday, declaring that the Philippines "will not yield" in defending its sovereignty and reaffirming the country's commitment to the landmark 2016 Arbitral Award on the West Philippine Sea.
Marcos seeks tax cuts for workers, middle class, MSMEs
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday asked Congress to approve a sweeping package of tax relief measures for middle-income earners, workers and small businesses, signaling a shift toward policies aimed at boosting household spending and encouraging business expansion.
Filipinos want solutions, not speeches, from SONA
Filipinos are heading into President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fifth State of the Nation Address with a clear message that rhetoric alone will no longer suffice. A new nationwide survey suggests the public is looking less for a report card and more for evidence that government promises are translating into meaningful action.
