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T-Bill yields mixed as slew of data loom
Treasury bill yields moved mostly lower at Monday’s auction, as investors braced for a raft of key economic reports that could influence future monetary policy direction.
Rice prices may help temper inflation despite surge in other food costs
Rice prices may continue to ease inflationary pressure this July, even as the cost of other key food items rises with the onset of the rainy season, according to preliminary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
Inflation edges higher on housing, education
Headline inflation in the Philippines rose to 1.4 percent in June, up from May’s six-year low of 1.3 percent, driven by increased housing and utilities costs—especially electricity—and a seasonal increase in education services following the start of classes.
Rice price drop in June may slow inflation; broader risks remain
Inflation in June appears poised to continue its descent following May’s six‑year low of 1.3 percent—a drop largely fueled by a sharp decline in rice prices, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
Philippines sets P6.793T budget for 2026
The Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC), chaired by Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman, has approved a proposed P6.793 trillion national budget for 2026, up 7.4 percent from this year’s Projected 6.326 trillion allocation.
