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ERC determines higher-than-permissible NGCP MAR over four years; likely refund looms

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has determined a much lower value in the maximum allowable revenue (MAR) permitted of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) for the years 2016 through 2020.

Exuberant spirits, beer sales push SMFB 9-month income 4% higher

San Miguel Food and Beverage Inc. on Wednesday reported brisk beer and spirits sales in the first nine months that boosted income by 4 percent to P27.5 billion from last year’s P26.34 billion.

Philippines farm output down 0.3% In 3Q on lower crop, fish production

The value of farm production in the third quarter declined 0.3 percent year-on-year, hurt by lower output of crops and fish, the Philippine Statistics Authority said Wednesday.

Sharp fall in imports narrows balance of trade gap in Sept

The Philippines’ balance of trade in goods showed a narrower deficit of USD3.51 billion in September, with the country importing less during the month...

T-bill rates push higher at auction

Treasury bill yields continued to climb at the auction Monday despite bid rejections, with the market still adjusting to the recent central bank rate...

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Foreign currency reserves drop to $97.4B

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported that the country’s gross international reserves (GIR) stood at $97.4 billion as of end-October 2026. This dip in foreign currency reserves was primarily driven by the central bank’s active foreign exchange interventions, downward adjustments in the value of gold assets amid shifting global prices, and the national government withdrawing funds from its central bank deposits to cover foreign debt service obligations alongside other international funding needs.

Motorcycle sales rebound 8.1% in Q3 to 524,860 units

Motorcycle sales among the country’s four major manufacturers rebounded in the third quarter of 2026, rising 8.1 percent year-on-year to 524,860 units as stronger monthly volumes in August and September reversed the previous quarter’s contraction.

ASEAN growth summit brings business leaders, Angelina Jolie to Manila

The Philippines will bring some of the world’s biggest business names, regional policymakers and Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie to Manila on November 11 for a summit focused on how Southeast Asia can protect economic resilience, accelerate digital transformation and ensure growth reaches smaller businesses and underserved communities.

Japan-Philippines friendship highlighted at 82nd Battle of Surigao Strait commemoration

The enduring friendship and diplomatic ties between Japan and the Philippines took center stage during the 82nd commemoration of the historic Battle of Surigao Strait, jointly organized by the City of Surigao and the Province of Dinagat Islands.

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