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PH on track for 5.7% growth in 2024, driven by strong inflation control
The USD437 billion Philippine economy is projected to grow by 5.7 percent in 2024, according to Fitch Ratings, which credits the country’s effective monetary policy for the positive outlook.
OFW remittances continue to surge: October sees 2.7% growth
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Monday reported a positive trend in personal remittances from overseas Filipinos (OFs), with October 2024 figures showing a 2.7 percent annual increase.
Philippine T-bill yields rise ahead of central banks’ action
Philippine Treasury bill (T-bill) yields rose at Monday’s auction compared to the previous week, as market participants await key monetary policy decisions from both the US Federal Reserve and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) later this week.
LTFRB issues SCO vs Angkas on rider cap breach
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has issued a show cause order (SCO) to motorcycle ride-hailing and delivery service app, Angkas, demanding an explanation for allegedly surpassing the government-mandated cap on motorcycle taxis in Metro Manila.
DA stands firm on closed-fishing season for sustainable fisheries
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) reaffirmed their commitment to the closed-fishing season as a critical conservation measure.
