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BSP implements penalties for peso RTGS offenses to strengthen payment system compliance

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has outlined new penalties for violations of the peso real-time gross settlement (RTGS) payment system, aiming to ensure consistent and efficient enforcement among participants.

PH foreign debt surges to still manageable $139.64B 

The country's external debt in the quarter ended September totaled USD139.64 billion, a 7.3 percent increase from the previous quarter.

Fourth-quarter consumer, business confidence indices on the rise

The Philippine economy enters the final quarter of 2024 with both consumers and businesses showing renewed confidence, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

BSP eases monetary policy as expected, forecasts 3.4% inflation for 2025 amid global stabilization

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Thursday took a decisive step in its monetary policy, cutting its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.75 percent, signaling a shift toward a more accommodative stance to support the economy.

11-month BOP reverts into surplus of $2.1 B

The country's balance of payments (BOP) position posted a surplus of USD2.1 billion in the first 11 months of 2024, a turnaround from last year when this stood as a deficit of USD2.3 billion, latest data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) show.

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DA backs calamity declaration to mobilize El Niño response 

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has backed a proposal to declare a state of calamity to mobilize government resources against the worsening effects of El Niño, saying authorities must act quickly as forecasts point to a potentially severe climate event.

Prime Midstream sees sustained gas demand as power needs rise

Prime Midstream expects demand for natural gas to remain strong as the Philippines faces growing electricity needs, volatile fuel prices and the challenge of balancing renewable energy growth with reliable power supply.

Japanese diplomat reaffirms bilateral ties at 82nd Leyte Gulf landings commemoration

Japanese Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Ono Sho attended the 82nd Anniversary of the Leyte Gulf Landings recently at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park, framing his presence as a gesture of friendship spanning the political, defense, economic, and diplomatic spheres.

San Miguel earns USDA recognition for $370 million in imports

San Miguel Corp. (SMC) has received recognition from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) for importing nearly USD370 million worth of American agricultural products in 2026, highlighting the Philippines’ importance as a market for US farm exports.

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