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BSP tracks strong outflows, weak inflows in October amid global uncertainty

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Friday reported a shift in foreign investment flows for October 2024, with net outflows amounting to USD529.68 million.

Inflation pressures remain as weather, peso weigh on prices

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Friday projected that inflation for November 2024 will settle within the range of 2.2 percent to 3 percent.

Strategic liquidity management helps fuel 10-month loan growth

Lending activity among banks remained robust in October, with universal and commercial banks (U/KBs) reporting a 10.6 percent year-on-year expansion in outstanding loans, slightly easing from the 11 growth in September, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported on Friday.

National government posts P6.3B surplus in October

The national government (NG) reported a strong fiscal performance in October, recording a P6.3 billion surplus, a significant turnaround from the P34.4 billion deficit in the same month last year. 

MGen expands coal-fired plans despite moratorium

Manila Electric Co.'s (Meralco) power generation arm, Meralco Power Gen Corp. (MGen), is actively pursuing the development of new coal-fired power plants, despite a government-imposed moratorium on new coal projects.

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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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