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Bank lending, liquidity growth signal steady credit conditions in January
Bank lending and money supply continued to expand in January 2026, indicating steady credit conditions in the financial system, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). The latest data show that while credit growth remains strong, the pace of expansion has slightly moderated.
PCCI weighs 4-day workweek’s uneven economic effects
A four-day compressed workweek could deliver meaningful savings for Filipino workers, but the policy may also dent earnings in the country’s public transport sector, according to the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI).
MARINA helps shipping firms navigate rising fuel risks
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has ordered domestic shipping operators to adjust operations and allow the imposition of fuel surcharges as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pushes global oil prices higher, raising cost pressures for the Philippines’ vital inter-island transport network.
Spot power prices ease in February, but regulators warn of possible surge if Middle East tensions drive fuel costs up
Electricity prices in the country’s spot market slipped slightly in February, offering temporary relief to consumers, but regulators are warning that global fuel disruptions linked to Middle East tensions could quickly push rates higher.
Foreign currency reserves hit record US$112.7 billion in February
The country’s gross international reserves (GIR) climbed to a record $112.7 billion as of end-February 2026, according to preliminary Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data, providing the country with a strong buffer against external economic shocks.
