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    September rice supply higher, prices lower

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    The Philippines' total rice inventory rose to 2.07 million metric tons at the end of September—coinciding with the start of the wet season harvest and a two-month import ban aimed at supporting palay prices.

    Philippines, Japan strengthen agricultural trade, tech ties

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    Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and Japanese Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Shinjiro Koizumi met on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Agriculture and Forestry Ministers Meeting to discuss deeper bilateral cooperation in agriculture, including enhanced trade, technology transfer, and sustainability efforts.

    Meralco Bids Farewell to Oscar Reyes, 79

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    Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is mourning the passing of Oscar S. Reyes, former president and chief executive officer, who died at the age of 79.

    BSP backs joint efforts for regional development

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    The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) highlighted the crucial role of public-private sector cooperation in achieving inclusive and sustainable economic growth during the Philippine Economic Briefing (PEB) held on 22 September 2025 in Clark, Pampanga.

    Slower bank lending, liquidity growth still support economic expansion

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    Bank lending and domestic liquidity continued to expand in August, providing ongoing support to local output and economic activity despite a slight moderation in growth, according to preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
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    PSEi seen rounding 2026 at 7,100 on strong earnings, easing rates

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    The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) could finish the year at around 7,100 points, supported by solid corporate earnings and improving economic conditions, according to Philstocks Financials Inc. If reached, this level would signal renewed confidence in the stock market after recent volatility and reflect better prospects for listed companies.
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    House trashes impeachment raps vs President Marcos

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    The House of Representatives’ justice committee on Wednesday, February 4, junked two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., saying the petitions failed to sufficiently establish impeachable offenses. The dismissal effectively grants Marcos a one-year immunity from impeachment, as the Constitution allows only one proceeding against an official per year. The complaints, separately endorsed by Pusong Pinoy Rep. Jett Nisay and the Makabayan bloc, faulted the President for flood control failures and budgetary problems. The Makabayan-backed petition went further, alleging systemic corruption through a “BBM parametric formula,” abuse of unprogrammed funds, and Marcos’ alleged direct role in kickbacks.
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    Japan, Philippines agree in principle on new tax treaty

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    Japan and the Philippines have agreed in principle to replace their existing tax treaty, marking the first major update to the agreement in nearly 20 years.
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