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BTr raises $1.26 billion via U.S. dollar-denominated retail bonds sale

The Bureau of Treasury has raised $1.26 billion from the sale of onshore U.S. dollar-denominated retail bonds, the Department of Finance said, slightly above its target.

BSP has ‘done enough’ policy tightening – Diokno

Philippine Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno believes the central bank has "done enough" policy tightening to tame inflation, but reiterated future interest rate moves would...

Consumer food service providers seen generating P730B in sales this year

The various food service providers in the Philippines are seen generating sales 20 percent more this year than last year of around $13 billion or P730 billion.

Proposed wage hikes impose 30% added costs for employers

A top official of a national employers’ group warned that a P150 legislated daily wage increase will inflict “incalculable damage” on the economy and urged instead for more sustainable alternatives to help workers cope with the rising cost of living.

“Sugar tax anti-obesity goal rather vague”

Some in the legislature have difficulty supporting the proposal to double the excise tax on sugar to P12 from the current P6, saying its anti-obesity objective is unclear and rather misleading.

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NPC expands AI oversight as privacy risks grow

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) is ramping up efforts to strengthen data protection and govern emerging technologies, unveiling plans to expand its regional presence and deepen oversight of artificial intelligence as it marked its 10th anniversary during National Data Privacy Awareness Week 2026.

DA targets August start for new FMR projects

The Department of Agriculture on Wednesday (DA) said that the construction of major farm‑to‑market roads (FMR) under its program is set to begin by August this year, with bidding activities scheduled from June to July. In a briefing in Quezon City, DA assistant secretary and spokesperson Arnel de Mesa, who also chairs the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) for large FMR projects, said preparations are already underway, including a pre‑procurement conference scheduled soon.

EDC seeks nod for upgrade of P25-B Negros geothermal facility

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will hold a public hearing on June 24, 2026 for Energy Development Corporation’s proposed P25-billion expansion and upgrade of the Southern Negros Geothermal Project steam field in Valencia, Negros Oriental.

PAL pitches Sydney winter escape as cool alternative to PH summer heat

The Philippine Airlines (PAL) is encouraging Filipinos to trade the country’s sweltering temperatures and unpredictable weather for a crisp winter holiday in Sydney through its new “Coolest Summer Ever” campaign.

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