The wholesale price of rice continued to rise in March, with well-milled rice hitting a national average of P50.84 a kilo, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show.
Changing consumption patterns and smuggling have set the collective teeth of the Philippine Tobacco Growers Association (PTGA) and the National Federation of Tobacco Farmers...
The country's agricultural trade deficit narrowed in 2023 to USD11.49 billion as the both exports and imports of farm products decreased, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority showed.
Car loans and credit cards remain the banks' most popular products in latest data showing consumer loans having grown slightly above 25 percent in February this year.
The unemployment rate in the country declined in February to 3.5 percent, equivalent to 1.8 million Filipinos, compared with the level in January and in February last year, the Philippine Statistics Authority said Thursday.
The Department of Finance (DOF) has formally committed to adopting the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) by 2028, as part of efforts to combat cross-border tax evasion and illicit financial flows. This aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s fiscal agenda focused on efficient and transparent tax administration.
Ayala Corp. reaffirmed its stature as a corporate leader, sweeping seven awards—including five golds—at the 2024 FinanceAsia Awards, the most by any Philippine company this year.
MediaTek has introduced the Dimensity 9400+, its most advanced 5G smartphone chip to date, delivering significant upgrades in speed, AI, gaming, and connectivity. According to Dr. Yenchi Lee, general manager of MediaTek’s Wireless Communications Business Unit, the chip is poised to redefine both personal and professional mobile experiences.
Integrated energy leader Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) has proudly claimed the Gold medal in FinanceAsia’s 25th Asia’s Best Companies Poll. Topping the Philippines in the Best Managed - Basic Materials category, Semirara Mining's recognition came from votes by regional investors and financial analysts.