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Eala shows grit in her Miami Open homecoming
The Philippine flags were back in full color at the Miami Open—and so were the handmade signs, louder now, prouder, and no longer surprised. Because Alex Eala isn’t sneaking up on anyone this time.
CCPI launches bold economic push ahead of 140th anniversary
The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI) has kicked off preparations for its 140th anniversary with a promotional gathering led by its Board of Trustees. The event aims to build momentum for a major conference titled “Actionize the Missions of the Economic Compass Pillars 5 (ECOMP-P5).”
Pru Life UK tops PH life insurance industry anew in 2025
Pru Life UK has maintained its position as the top life insurance company in the Philippines, ranking first for the fifth time based on 2025 new business annual premium equivalent (NBAPE) data from the Insurance Commission.
Philippines posts wider external payments deficit, reserves remain strong
Philippines posts wider external payments deficit, reserves remain strong
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The Philippines recorded a balance of payments (BOP) deficit of US$2.3 billion in February, bringing the total shortfall to US$2.7 billion for the first two months of the year.
The BOP measures the country’s financial transactions with the rest of the world, including trade, investments, and debt payments. A deficit means more money flowed out of the country than came in during the period.
Despite the deficit, the country’s gross international reserves (GIR) rose to US$113.3 billion as of end-February 2026, providing a solid financial buffer. This level is enough to cover 7.5 months of imports and service payments, and is 4.3 times larger than short-term external debt, indicating strong capacity to meet foreign obligations.
The BOP deficit may reflect higher imports, debt payments, or capital outflows, which can put pressure on the peso if sustained. However, the increase in reserves signals that the country remains financially stable.
The GIR acts as a safeguard, ensuring the Philippines has enough foreign currency to pay for imports, service debt, and manage exchange rate volatility. Strong reserves also help protect the economy from global financial shocks, even when external payments temporarily exceed inflows.
PH financial system strong but faces growing risks — FSCC
The Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) on Thursday reaffirmed the strength of the country’s financial system, citing well-capitalized and liquid banks, but warned that emerging risks could pose challenges to businesses and households if left unchecked.
Weak peso, broad gains across Philippine economy
Amid concern over the peso’s slide, exporters are reframing the narrative: depreciation is no longer a one-sided drag, but a broader source of gains.
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Eala shows grit in her Miami Open homecoming
The Philippine flags were back in full color at the Miami Open—and so were the handmade signs, louder now, prouder, and no longer surprised. Because Alex Eala isn’t sneaking up on anyone this time.
CCPI launches bold economic push ahead of 140th anniversary
The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI) has kicked off preparations for its 140th anniversary with a promotional gathering led by its Board of Trustees. The event aims to build momentum for a major conference titled “Actionize the Missions of the Economic Compass Pillars 5 (ECOMP-P5).”
Pru Life UK tops PH life insurance industry anew in 2025
Pru Life UK has maintained its position as the top life insurance company in the Philippines, ranking first for the fifth time based on 2025 new business annual premium equivalent (NBAPE) data from the Insurance Commission.
Philippines posts wider external payments deficit, reserves remain strong
Philippines posts wider external payments deficit, reserves remain strong
Banks/Insurance
The Philippines recorded a balance of payments (BOP) deficit of US$2.3 billion in February, bringing the total shortfall to US$2.7 billion for the first two months of the year.
The BOP measures the country’s financial transactions with the rest of the world, including trade, investments, and debt payments. A deficit means more money flowed out of the country than came in during the period.
Despite the deficit, the country’s gross international reserves (GIR) rose to US$113.3 billion as of end-February 2026, providing a solid financial buffer. This level is enough to cover 7.5 months of imports and service payments, and is 4.3 times larger than short-term external debt, indicating strong capacity to meet foreign obligations.
The BOP deficit may reflect higher imports, debt payments, or capital outflows, which can put pressure on the peso if sustained. However, the increase in reserves signals that the country remains financially stable.
The GIR acts as a safeguard, ensuring the Philippines has enough foreign currency to pay for imports, service debt, and manage exchange rate volatility. Strong reserves also help protect the economy from global financial shocks, even when external payments temporarily exceed inflows.
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Eala shows grit in her Miami Open homecoming
The Philippine flags were back in full color at the Miami Open—and so were the handmade signs, louder now, prouder, and no longer surprised. Because Alex Eala isn’t sneaking up on anyone this time.
CCPI launches bold economic push ahead of 140th anniversary
The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI) has kicked off preparations for its 140th anniversary with a promotional gathering led by its Board of Trustees. The event aims to build momentum for a major conference titled “Actionize the Missions of the Economic Compass Pillars 5 (ECOMP-P5).”
Pru Life UK tops PH life insurance industry anew in 2025
Pru Life UK has maintained its position as the top life insurance company in the Philippines, ranking first for the fifth time based on 2025 new business annual premium equivalent (NBAPE) data from the Insurance Commission.
Philippines posts wider external payments deficit, reserves remain strong
Philippines posts wider external payments deficit, reserves remain strong
Banks/Insurance
The Philippines recorded a balance of payments (BOP) deficit of US$2.3 billion in February, bringing the total shortfall to US$2.7 billion for the first two months of the year.
The BOP measures the country’s financial transactions with the rest of the world, including trade, investments, and debt payments. A deficit means more money flowed out of the country than came in during the period.
Despite the deficit, the country’s gross international reserves (GIR) rose to US$113.3 billion as of end-February 2026, providing a solid financial buffer. This level is enough to cover 7.5 months of imports and service payments, and is 4.3 times larger than short-term external debt, indicating strong capacity to meet foreign obligations.
The BOP deficit may reflect higher imports, debt payments, or capital outflows, which can put pressure on the peso if sustained. However, the increase in reserves signals that the country remains financially stable.
The GIR acts as a safeguard, ensuring the Philippines has enough foreign currency to pay for imports, service debt, and manage exchange rate volatility. Strong reserves also help protect the economy from global financial shocks, even when external payments temporarily exceed inflows.
PH financial system strong but faces growing risks — FSCC
The Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) on Thursday reaffirmed the strength of the country’s financial system, citing well-capitalized and liquid banks, but warned that emerging risks could pose challenges to businesses and households if left unchecked.
Weak peso, broad gains across Philippine economy
Amid concern over the peso’s slide, exporters are reframing the narrative: depreciation is no longer a one-sided drag, but a broader source of gains.
Peso falls to record low vs USD as Iran retaliates, oil soars
The Philippine peso tumbled to a fresh record low on Thursday, breaching the P60-per-dollar mark, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and surging oil prices rattled markets and drove investors toward the safety of the US dollar.
PCA rejects full suspension of biodiesel blend amid Middle East conflict
The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) says it does not support proposals to fully suspend the country’s biodiesel blending program, despite rising global fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict.
Jollibee Group wins top global workplace honor, sets benchmark for Filipino companies
The Jollibee Group has secured one of the world’s highest workplace recognitions, earning the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) with Distinction from Gallup for its outstanding employee engagement and people-first culture.
PLDT vows uninterrupted connectivity as Middle East tensions rise
PLDT Inc. has assured customers that its services will remain stable and uninterrupted despite escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing its readiness to respond to potential global disruptions.