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 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.
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.
Philippine equities held their footing above the 6,000 level as caution continued to dominate trading, with analysts balancing global headwinds against pockets of domestic resilience.
The Philippines has emerged as ASEAN’s top tourism economy, leading the region in tourism’s contribution to gross domestic product and ranking among the strongest job creators, according to the 2025 World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Economic Impact Report.
Iloilo is no longer merely an alternative to Metro Manila and Cebu. It is increasingly becoming a destination in its own right for businesses seeking growth, talent, and room to expand, according to a new Colliers Philippines market report.
The Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) has delivered a major financial boost to the country by remitting a record-breaking ₱585.71 million in dividends to the National Treasury.
Global digital business services provider TP is deepening its investment in the Philippines with the opening of its 29th local site, reinforcing confidence in the country's position as a leading hub for IT-business process management (IT-BPM) and AI-enabled customer experience services.
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. will provide enterprise-grade connectivity to Miriam College as the institution marks its 100th year, supporting its shift to a smart campus.