Rice prices continued to ease in early May, indicating a potential further slowdown in inflation after headline inflation decelerated in April to its slowest pace since November 2019.
Treasury bill yields fell across all tenors at Monday’s auction, as the sharp deceleration in April inflation heightened expectations of potential monetary policy easing.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) forecasts that inflation in April will stay subdued, likely settling between 1.3 percent and 2.1 percent, continuing the downward trend seen in previous months. This outlook suggests easing price pressures for both households and businesses amid favorable supply conditions and global commodity trends.
Inflation in the Philippines could ease further in April, following a drop to 1.8 percent in March—the slowest pace since May 2020—if rice prices continue to decline in the latter half of the month.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has forecast that the Philippine economy will grow at a robust pace of 6.0 percent in 2025 and 6.1 percent in 2026, driven by strengthened domestic demand and sustained public investment. This growth follows a 5.6 percent expansion in 2024.
RCBC Credit Cards is inviting cardholders to plan their next big adventure at the RCBC Travel Fair 2025, happening November 13 to 16 at the South Wing Atrium of GH Mall. This year’s theme, “Adventure Unlimited,” highlights exclusive travel deals, raffle prizes, and special perks for RCBC cardholders—perfect for those planning trips through October 2026.
San Miguel Food and Beverage Inc. (SMFB) reported a consolidated net income of ₱33.7 billion for the first nine months of 2025, up 11 percent year-on-year, driven by strong performances across its food, beer, and spirits divisions.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced on Monday that train services along the Naga–Legazpi route have been temporarily suspended after a bridge was damaged by the super typhoon that hit on November 9.
Motorists will face another round of fuel price hikes starting Tuesday morning, with oil firms announcing increases of ₱0.50 per liter for gasoline and ₱1.00 per liter for diesel.