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Philippines strengthens FDI data to attract more investments

The Philippine government is strengthening its foreign direct investment (FDI) reporting system by linking key government databases, a move aimed at giving policymakers a clearer picture of investment flows while boosting transparency and investor confidence.

SwiftPay launches fraud shield as BSP rules tighten

SwiftPay is ramping up its anti-fraud capabilities with the launch of a real-time monitoring platform aimed at helping banks and other financial institutions meet the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas' (BSP) tougher anti-scam requirements as digital payment fraud continues to rise.

PSEi rally gains steam as stable peso lifts outlook

The stock market could be entering a stronger recovery phase after the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) broke through key resistance levels, with a stable peso adding to optimism that local equities can sustain their recent gains despite inflation concerns and geopolitical risks.

Lower oil prices may give BSP policy flexibility 

Easing global oil prices could provide the Philippines with a timely economic tailwind,  strengthening the peso, improving financial conditions and giving the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) greater scope to ease monetary policy, according to Manulife Investment Management.

Earnings season tests market amid rate concerns

Philippine shares are expected to trade cautiously in the coming weeks as the second-quarter earnings season begins, shifting investors' focus from recent market gains to whether corporate profits can withstand persistent inflation, the prospect of further monetary tightening, and rising geopolitical risks.

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Meralco August rates seen lower on ERC-approved refund

Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) announced Sunday that electricity rates in its service area will likely decrease this August, ahead of the official rate adjustment set to be released on August 10. The company said a newly approved refund from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) will be enough to cover other upward adjustments in monthly bills.

SEC defends term limits for PSE broker-directors

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stood by its decision to set term limits for broker-directors of the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). Under SEC Memorandum Circular No. 17, these directors may serve a maximum of 10 years in total at any exchange.

Fuel prices set for major rollback, offering much-needed relief to households and businesses

Ordinary consumers and business owners can look forward to substantial savings at the pump this week as local oil companies prepare to roll back pump prices for both gasoline and diesel by as much as P5.00 per liter. The upcoming reduction marks another consecutive week of price cuts, delivering direct financial relief to households managing tight budgets and enterprises battling heavy operating costs.

Gov’t revives P90B Parañaque spillway project to transform Laguna de Bay

The government is pushing forward the long-delayed Parañaque Spillway Project, a proposed P90-billion infrastructure initiative that aims to do more than just control flooding by turning Laguna de Bay into a more productive fishing ground and a reliable freshwater source for Metro Manila and nearby provinces.

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