The country’s mined metals production rose 14.8 percent to P219.74 billion in the first nine months this year, from P191.42 billion a year earlier, the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) reported.

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Monday rolled out the Tatak Pinoy Strategy (TPS), the Philippines’ first national industrial policy, positioning the country for a major economic showcase as it prepares to host ASEAN meetings in 2026.

Unicapital Inc. has named former Finance Undersecretary Karen Singson as its new managing director.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed criminal charges against executives of Cebu-based Fergus Inc. for allegedly soliciting investments from the public without the required government license.

Grab Philippines is rolling out partnerships and new services to handle a sharp rise in holiday demand, as heavy traffic continues to slow down ride-hailing trips.

Home Credit Philippines is warning customers about a rise in scams that target borrowers with seemingly easy ways to turn loans or credit limits into cash. Scammers are approaching people with pre-approved loan offers, offering to buy devices in cash, pay down payments, or convert credit limits into money, sometimes even accompanying victims to stores to gain trust.

East West Banking Corp. (EastWest) strengthened its presence in the local capital markets this year after helping execute three major transactions: the IPO of Maynilad Water Services in November, SM Prime Holdings’ ₱17-billion retail bond offering, and Ayala Land Inc.’s ₱15-billion Sustainability-Linked Bonds completed in October.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) says financial health will be a major focus when the Philippines chairs ASEAN in 2026. BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. announced the plan during a fireside chat at the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) in Basel, Switzerland, on 11 November 2025.

A recent Metrobank survey reveals that Filipinos’ reasons for saving change as they move through different life stages. Younger adults save mainly for financial security and personal needs, working adults focus on buying a home or funding travel, and middle-aged Filipinos prioritize retirement and their children’s education.