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East Asia countries face urgent climate financing challenges as 2030 deadline approaches

A recent analysis by Moody’s Ratings has illuminated a critical shortfall in climate financing necessary for East Asian economies like the Philippines to achieve global net-zero emissions by 2050.

Portfolio investments surged 92% to $1 billion in September

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported a surge in portfolio investments flowing inward on net basis in September reaching USD1.025 billion—a 92.1 percent increase from August’s USD533.95 million.

BSP projects October inflation between 2% and 2.8%

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) forecast inflation in October ranging from 2.0 percent to 2.8 percent.

Soda to Spirits: PepsiCo plans to dominate PH alcoholic RTD market

PepsiCo is eyeing a competitive position in the alcoholic ready-to-drink (RTD) market in the Philippines, a sector experiencing a notable shift as consumers seek variety in their beverage choices.

BSP optimistic about PH’s Grey List exit

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas on Tuesday expressed optimism the Philippines could soon exit from the Financial Action Task Force’s grey list, following a recent statement from the international watchdog recognizing the country’s reforms in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing initiatives.

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Excise tax, VAT suspension risks fiscal hole, Senate told

The Philippine government could forgo as much as P272.83 billion in revenues in 2026 if excise taxes and value-added tax (VAT) on fuel imports are suspended, according to estimates presented by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) during a Senate hearing on March 11.

SRA holds talks with sugar industry on programs supporting prices

The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) met with local sugar producers, millers, and labor representatives this week to discuss ways to address current challenges in the sugar sector.

DA seeks more funds to expand fuel subsidies for farmers, fishers

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is exploring additional funding sources to provide fuel subsidies to more farmers and fisherfolk across the country.

PUV drivers to receive P5,000 fuel subsidy starting March 17

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will begin distributing a P5,000 fuel subsidy to public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers in Metro Manila on March 17, 2026, as the government moves to ease the impact of rising oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East.

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