The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said prices of most basic necessities remain steady, with manufacturers absorbing higher costs to protect consumers.
Medium and large enterprises are being encouraged to tap the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) as a strategic pathway for faster expansion, deeper capital access, and long-term business sustainability.
The issuance of a Department of Trade and Industry administrative order imposing definitive general safeguard measures on imported cement is expected to lift capacity utilization in the domestic industry, preserve jobs, unlock fresh investments, and create positive multiplier effects across the economy.
Government incentives under the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) Program could finally begin flowing this year, with funding initially sourced from declared savings of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
The Department of Trade and Industry has renewed its push for digital inclusion, sealing a fresh partnership with PLDT and Smart Communications to accelerate the digital transformation of Philippine micro, small and medium enterprises.
At least five major office developments, including projects of Ayala Land Inc. and companies under the Yuchengco Group, are set to move closer to securing PEZA incentives after the government lifted the seven-year moratorium on new Information Technology (IT) Parks and IT Centers in Metro Manila.
BYD Cars Philippines expects the country's electric vehicle market to maintain its rapid growth, but says the next phase of expansion will hinge on how quickly the government and private sector can build charging infrastructure.
The Philippine performing arts industry is looking beyond the local stage, with government agencies launching a trade-focused initiative to help Filipino creatives win more international deals and capture a bigger share of Asia's fast-growing cultural economy.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries worldwide, but Philippine businesses are still lagging in adoption, prompting GCash to rally government, regulators and the private sector behind a faster, safer digital transformation.