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.
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.
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.
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.
Filipino motorists face yet another round of pump price increases this coming Tuesday, underscoring the ongoing volatility of domestic fuel costs driven by compounding international crises. According to Jetti Petroleum president Leo Bellas, gasoline prices are projected to rise between P1 and P1.50 per liter, while diesel prices could jump by P1.75 to P2.25 per liter. This upcoming price hike follows the previous week’s substantial surge of P2.49 per liter for gasoline, P3.84 for diesel, and P5.01 for kerosene, highlighting how rapidly fuel rates are creeping higher almost every single week.
Damage to the agriculture sector from the southwest monsoon (habagat) enhanced by Tropical Cyclones Luis, Maymay, and Neneng has risen to ₱1.79 billion, the Department of Agriculture (DA) reported in its 10 a.m. advisory on August 22.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has launched a stricter, nationwide campaign against counterfeit, unregistered, adulterated, and illegally produced farm inputs, moving to shield farmers from financial and livelihood losses while ensuring fair competition for legitimate industry players.