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GCash ditch SMS codes in major anti-fraud push

GCash will complete its transition from SMS-based one-time passwords (OTPs) to in-app authentication by June 22, marking a major cybersecurity upgrade aimed at protecting millions of users from phishing attacks and online fraud.

Transport costs cool, but core inflation firms in May

Philippine headline inflation eased to 6.8 percent in May from 7.2 percent in April, coming in below the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) projected range of 7.1 percent to 7.9 percent as transport costs and food price increases moderated, according to data released Friday by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

Strong demand steadies T-bill yields amid inflation worries

Treasury bill yields were mixed at Monday’s auction as robust investor demand helped temper the impact of mounting inflation concerns on short-term government debt.

Philippines keeps strong dollar buffer despite risks

The Philippines maintained a strong external financial buffer as gross international reserves (GIR) settled at USD104.1 billion as of end-April 2026, giving the country ample protection against global market volatility, rising import costs and external debt pressures.

T-bill yields rise as inflation pressure builds

Average rates on Treasury bills climbed at Monday’s auction as investors demanded higher returns, adjusting to expectations of further monetary tightening by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas amid rising inflation pressures.

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Philippines’ income upgrade boosts growth, investment prospects

The Philippines' elevation to upper-middle-income status by the World Bank is expected to strengthen investor confidence and bolster the country's appeal as an investment destination, marking a new phase of economic development while raising expectations for broader, more inclusive growth.

Clark Water expands capacity as investment demand grows

Clark Water Corp. (CWC) is expanding its wastewater treatment capacity to support the next wave of investments in the Clark Freeport, underscoring the growing importance of modern utility infrastructure as the economic zone positions itself as a key gateway under the Luzon Economic Corridor.

Cebuana Lhuillier scales up as business growth partner

Cebuana Lhuillier is broadening its business beyond microfinance, transforming its nationwide financial network into an integrated platform that helps companies expand, deepen customer engagement and unlock new growth opportunities.

Nonwoven textile poised to transform  Philippine manufacturing

Nonwoven textiles made from agricultural waste are emerging as a promising growth area for the Philippine manufacturing sector as the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) ramps up efforts to commercialize the sustainable material across multiple industries.

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