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Zobel eyes 5% growth, rebound as risks ease

Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, chairman of Ayala Corp., struck a cautiously optimistic tone on the Philippines’ economic outlook, projecting a rebound as near-term risks begin to ease and structural strengths remain intact.

IMF slashes Philippines 2026 growth outlook sharply

The Philippines faces a markedly weaker growth trajectory after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) cut its 2026 expansion forecast to 4.1 percent, citing intensifying global shocks and a softer domestic backdrop.

Middle East tensions, El Niño cloud Philippine growth outlook

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the looming effects of El Niño are emerging as twin headwinds to Philippine growth, with remittances and inflation pressures forming a potentially volatile mix.

Economic Planning chief warns oil shock may worsen poverty, slow growth

Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan cautioned lawmakers that a prolonged Middle East conflict could trigger a severe economic shock in the Philippines, with surging oil prices threatening to reverse gains in poverty reduction.

Rate-cut expectations pull T-bill yields down

Treasury bill yields continued to ease at Monday’s auction as investors positioned for a possible shift toward monetary easing by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) amid weakening economic momentum.

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Australia launches P2B program to boost Philippine investment

Australia is launching a P2-billion economic program in the Philippines to attract investment, advance business reforms and strengthen fiscal management over the next five years.

Gilas women split fortunes at the Asian Games

Tuesday at the Asian Games handed Gilas Pilipinas women two very different basketball lessons. The 3x3 side found its footing, while the 5x5 squad was reminded that the climb remains a steep one.

DA taps millet as feed alternative as boost to carabao, dairy sector

The Department of Agriculture is advancing millet as a corn alternative for animal feed — drawing lessons from India — to stabilize supplies, cut production costs, and boost domestic carabao and dairy output.

DOE commits to resolve Visayas power crisis, revises coal resource bidding rules

The Department of Energy is moving to stabilize the Visayas power supply after the grid returned to yellow and red alerts this week, just days after without any warnings.

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