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.
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.
Philippine Treasury bill yields moved higher at Monday’s auction, as markets adjusted to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ shift toward tighter monetary policy amid rising inflation risks.
Relief measures for Philippine borrowers hit by the ongoing Middle East conflict may steady credit conditions but are likely to trim banks’ profitability, according to an April 16 report by S&P Global Ratings.
As this year’s chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Philippines will steer a round of financial talks, setting the tone for deeper regional cooperation to boost economic activity and expand financial inclusion across Southeast Asia.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) posted stronger-than-expected revenue collections in May, buoyed by the extended tax filing season and continued taxpayer compliance despite disruptions caused by the recent energy crisis.
For years, social media fed the dream of the perfect face: sharper jawlines, fuller lips, sculpted cheeks, and features borrowed from celebrities and influencers.
Oil prices tumbled in early Asian trading on Monday after the US and Iran announced a breakthrough agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of a prolonged disruption to one of the world's most critical energy corridors.
The supply of warehouses in Metro Manila is coming under increasing pressure as soaring land values drive the conversion of industrial properties into higher-yield residential and commercial developments, according to property consultancy Colliers.