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T-bill yields mixed after Fed keeps rates on hold

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Average rates for Treasury bills (T-bills) were mixed at Monday’s auction, as market participants anticipated that the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is unlikely to resume monetary policy easing after the US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold rates steady.

Treasury bill yields ease on strong demand at auction

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Average rates on treasury bills drifted lower at the auction Monday as demand continued to increase after the central bank confirmed its commitment to further monetary policy easing this year.

2024 BOP surplus reflects robust financial inflows despite 4Q deficit

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The country's balance of payments (BOP) posted a surplus of USD609 million in 2024, a decline from the USD3.7 billion surplus in 2023, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This, the BSP said, was driven by a widened current account deficit, which grew by 41.4 percent to USD17.5 billion for the year. The deficit stemmed from a larger trade deficit and reduced receipts in services, partially offset by increased income transfers.

BSP views gold as risky investment, eyes optimal ratio

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Gold, as an asset, isn’t considered a favorable investment by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), as it typically leads to a negative carry due to custodial costs and price volatility. 

BSP remains committed to an easing cycle

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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) remains committed to easing monetary policy, but the pace and magnitude of interest rate cuts, as well as...
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Negros Power compliant with allowable system losses cap, ERC clarifies

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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) on Monday (24 August 2026) clarified that Negros Electric and Power Corp. (NEPC) was operating well within its allowable system losses cap after being wrongly identified as noncompliant with the cap for private distribution utilities (DUs).

Agri damage from enhanced habagat, 3 cyclones hits P1.91B

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Agriculture sector damage from the enhanced southwest monsoon and Tropical Cyclones Luis, Maymay and Neneng has risen to P1.91 billion, per the Department of Agriculture (DA) 12 noon advisory. This is up from the P1.79 billion reported August 22.

A Brown expands water business with subsidiary 

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A Brown Co. Inc. is expanding its water business after securing authority to subscribe to an additional 20 million common shares in its subsidiary, AB Bulk Water Company Inc., as the group prepares to consolidate its water assets and pursue new projects.

SEC advances to next reform phase to ease startups, boost capital market access and liquidity

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday unveiled the next phase of its reform agenda, introducing targeted measures to cut red tape, speed up business formation, lower costs, and strengthen liquidity and competitiveness across the Philippine capital market. The announcement comes as SEC chairman Francis E. Lim marks his first year in office.

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