The country's balance of payments (BOP) position, or what is left after Manila's foreign-currency expenses are deducted from its foreign currency earnings, posted a significant shift in December 2024, registering a deficit of USD1.5 billion, reversing the USD642 million surplus seen in the same month of 2023.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is optimistic about surpassing last year's rice production figures, with projections aiming for a new record in palay output this year.
The Department of Agriculture (DA), through the Office of the Solicitor General, has filed a motion for reconsideration with the Supreme Court to reverse a controversial ruling that allows commercial fishing vessels to access municipal waters, traditionally reserved for small-scale fishers under the Fisheries Code. The move comes as the DA warns that the decision could have serious legal and environmental consequences for the fishing industry.
Manuel V. Pangilinan, the long-serving chairman and CEO of Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) and PLDT Inc., has confirmed that both companies are facing significant succession issues as he approaches the twilight of his career.
Maynilad Water Services Inc., the West Zone water concessionaire, is in talks with banks for its planned initial public offering (IPO) on the Philippine Stock Exchange, as part of its mandatory listing requirement by 2027.
The Philippines' total rice inventory rose to 2.07 million metric tons at the end of September—coinciding with the start of the wet season harvest and a two-month import ban aimed at supporting palay prices.
Cebu Air Inc., operator of Cebu Pacific, has filed a petition with the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) seeking additional flight entitlements to Australia to accommodate rising demand for tourism and trade.
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) mourns the passing of Mr. Xavier P. Loinaz, former president and CEO, whose visionary leadership helped shape not only the institution but the Philippine banking industry at large. He passed away in 2025, leaving behind a profound legacy of innovation, integrity, and service.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will broaden the definition of income-generating assets eligible for Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) classification to encourage more property listings.