The Philippines is poised for slower economic growth and higher inflation over the next two years as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive up energy and commodity costs, prompting the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) to downgrade its economic outlook for the country.
Treasury bill yields were mixed at Monday’s auction as robust investor demand helped temper the impact of mounting inflation concerns on short-term government debt.
Treasury bill yields ended mixed at Monday’s auction as persistent inflation risks, slowing growth concerns, and global market uncertainty continued to keep borrowing costs elevated.
The peso and Philippine equities continued to face mounting pressure as investors grappled with persistent inflation concerns, global market volatility, and cautious sentiment over the domestic outlook.
Despite rising global inflation and mounting geopolitical risks, Jollibee Foods Corp. is determined not to compromise on product quality or portion sizes, even as it navigates higher operating costs.
A planned USD1.9-billion investment by OceanaGold to extend the life of the Didipio Gold-Copper Mine through 2037 is shaping up as more than a mining expansion—it is emerging as an early test of whether the Philippines' recent fiscal reforms can unlock a new wave of responsible resource investments.
At MWC Shanghai 2026, Globe president and CEO Carl Cruz stated during a keynote that AI’s true value lies in improving lives, not the technology itself. Speaking alongside global telecom leaders, Cruz noted the Philippines’ strong digital footprint makes it well-placed to benefit from AI.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) sustained its strong revenue momentum in June, collecting P86.07 billion and surpassing its monthly target by P2.83 billion as stronger trade flows and tighter customs enforcement continued to lift collections.
The Philippines is accelerating its transition from traditional outsourcing to higher-value digital services after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. secured fresh investment commitments and expanded technology partnerships with Canadian companies during his official visit to Canada.