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Philippines gains ground, but SDG race tightens

The Philippines has made measurable gains toward achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). But the country remains off pace on most targets, highlighting the challenge of translating progress into meaningful outcomes before the 2030 deadline.

Tourism sips less water, burns more fuel

The Philippine tourism industry used less water in 2025 but consumed more energy and emitted more carbon dioxide, highlighting a growing sustainability challenge as the sector's environmental footprint shifts from the tap to the tailpipe.

Gold price rally boosts Philippine mineral wealth

A surge in gold valuations lifted the estimated worth of the Philippines’ mineral reserves in 2025, highlighting how global commodity prices increasingly shape the economic value of the country’s resource base even as reserve volumes and production trends remain mixed.

Corporate savings drive Philippines’ P8.4T surplus

The Philippine economy generated a record P8.40 trillion in gross savings in 2025, fueled largely by robust corporate earnings and rising national income, according to data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

Transport costs cool, but core inflation firms in May

Philippine headline inflation eased to 6.8 percent in May from 7.2 percent in April, coming in below the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) projected range of 7.1 percent to 7.9 percent as transport costs and food price increases moderated, according to data released Friday by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

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Smart launches P99 Home WiFi SIM for affordable, flexible connectivity

Smart Communications has introduced the Smart Home WiFi SIM 99, a dedicated card designed to work with open-line home WiFi routers, as well as compatible Smart and PLDT Home WiFi devices with expired or inactive SIMs. Priced at just P99, the package includes 2GB of non-expiring data, creating an accessible option for households seeking reliable internet access.

GMR anchors wider PH aviation push beyond Sangley investment 

India’s GMR Group is positioning the proposed Sangley Point International Airport as a major new Philippine investment, with the project expected to draw more than P150 billion in direct capital as the company expands its aviation and logistics footprint nationwide.

Treasury bill yields rise as rate outlook shifts

Treasury bill yields climbed across all maturities at Monday’s auction as investors priced in the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ recent rate hike and the prospect of further monetary tightening amid an elevated inflation outlook.

GBF marks 34th year with classroom donations

The Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) launched 10 new classrooms in Calasiao, Pangasinan and Bacolod City for its 34th anniversary, benefiting four public schools. Two classrooms each go to Nalsian-Bacayao, Bued, and San Miguel Elementary Schools; four to Emiliano Lizares Elementary.

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