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August exports rise, but imports drag trade down
Philippine exports in August 2025 rose 4.6 percent year-on-year to USD7.06 billion, led by electronics, gold, and mineral products—offering a bright spot amid weakening global trade.
Stalemate in Washington nudges US towards shutdown
A partial US government shutdown appears imminent this week as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over budget negotiations, raising the risk of economic disruption just as inflationary pressures and job‑market uncertainty weigh on growth.
Strong demand, mild inflation to sustain Philippine economy—ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) projects solid growth for the Philippines through next year, with its ability to navigate rough global waters underscored in the slight downward revision of its 2026 outlook.
Marcos Jr. orders emergency palay procurement to aid farmers
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. said Monday that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is poised to issue an executive order for emergency government procurement of palay, aiming to stabilize prices triggered by adverse weather and a bumper harvest—factors that have blunted the impact of the two‑month rice import ban.
Maya puts credit card security in users’ hands
Maya, the country’s leading fintech ecosystem and top digital bank, has launched the Maya Black Credit Card, a groundbreaking product that redefines credit card security in the Philippines by putting control directly in the hands of customers.
