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Banks likely to maintain lending standards in Q2 2026
Most banks in the Philippines plan to keep their lending standards unchanged in the second quarter of 2026, suggesting continued credit support for the economy despite global uncertainty caused by the Middle East conflict.
BSP sees April inflation accelerating to 5.6%–6.4% amid rising price pressures
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) expects inflation in April 2026 to climb sharply, forecasting a range of 5.6 percent to 6.4 percent, signaling intensifying price pressures across the economy.
ADB cuts Asia growth forecast, sees higher inflation amid Middle East crisis
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday lowered its economic growth outlook for developing Asia and the Pacific, warning that ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing deeper and longer-lasting disruptions than expected.
PAL posts modest profit growth in Q1
Philippine Airlines reported a 2.6 percent increase in net income to $78.77 million in the first quarter, driven by strong travel demand.
T-Bill yields climb as rate cycle turns
Philippine Treasury bill yields moved higher at Monday’s auction, as markets adjusted to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ shift toward tighter monetary policy amid rising inflation risks.
