The balance of payments (BOP), essentially what is left after the country's foreign-currency earnings are deducted from its expenses, is projected to remain in surplus of some USD3.5 billion in 2024, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
The Department of Finance (DOF) has commended the Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) for their strong financial positions, noting the institutions are now in a better position to expand services and support national economic priorities.
The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) rounded its first trading day of 2025 on a positive note, despite a sluggish start. The benchmark PSE Index rose by 21.60 points to settle at 6,550.39, following a late surge in buying activity that lifted the market after a largely red session.
The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) reached new heights in 2024, recording its highest-ever passenger and flight volume, according to the New NAIA Infrastructure Corporation (NNIC).
Harbor Star Shipping Services Inc. led the Philippine Stock Exchange’s (PSE) weekly price gainers, while Swift Foods Inc. posted the steepest decline, according to the latest PSE market data.
The Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public comments on proposed rules governing market making, a practice intended to make it easier for investors to buy and sell securities while keeping trading orderly and transparent.
Public and private sector leaders gathered July 28–29, 2026 at Cebu Parklane International Hotel for the PPP Ready seminar, uniting to strengthen collaboration and speed up infrastructure development across Central Visayas.