VinFast has introduced its updated VF 8 electric SUV in the Philippines, pricing the five-seater from P1.55 million with a battery subscription or P1.79 million with the battery included.
US consumer prices rose more than expected in October, strengthening expectations that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates next month, lifting yields and pressuring equities.
The Philippines remains hopeful of signing the master agreement for the proposed Pax Silica advanced manufacturing hub before yearend, with negotiations progressing and no major substantive issues threatening a deal, Trade Undersecretary Ceferino Rodolfo said.
Foreign direct investment (FDI) into the Philippines recorded a net inflow of $4.8 billion during the first eight months of 2026, dropping from the $5.9 billion registered in the same period last year, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Tuesday reported.