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Zobel eyes 5% growth, rebound as risks ease

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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BSP: Stable economy, strong financial system key to building future industries in Mindanao

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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has reaffirmed its backing of the national government’s drive to develop new growth industries, noting these sectors can only take root and expand on the bedrock of economic stability and a robust financial system.

DICT bolsters online safeguards vs harmful content, targets NVE to protect youth

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The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is ramping up action to stop the spread of nihilistic violent extremism (NVE) and other dangerous online content, responding to growing risks that expose children and young Filipinos to graphic violence, exploitation, and materials that can encourage harmful behavior.

₱2.74-T digital economy raises online IP concerns

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The rapid expansion of the Philippine digital economy is putting intellectual property protection higher on the business agenda as brands increasingly build sales, reputations, and customer relationships online.

UPLB rental housing opens new option for workers

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The government is moving ahead with a pilot rental housing project at the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), opening a new affordable housing option for low-income university employees, students, and nearby informal settler families.

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