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Unemployment up slightly in September, fewer job seekers

The country’s unemployment rate inched up to 3.8 percent in September 2025 from 3.7 percent a year earlier, equivalent to 1.96 million Filipinos without work, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported Thursday. Despite the slight uptick, the number of jobless declined from 2.03 million in August, suggesting some improvement in hiring momentum.

Rice, poultry lift farm output in 3Q—PSA

The Philippines’ agriculture and fisheries sector posted moderate growth in the third quarter, buoyed by stronger rice and poultry production that offset declines in...

Food price slowdown keeps inflation steady at 1.7% in October

Philippine headline inflation held steady at 1.7 percent in October 2025, unchanged from September and slower than the 3.0 percent recorded a year earlier, as food and transport costs continued to ease, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported.

Philippine farm exports surge in September, narrows trade deficit

The Philippines’ agricultural trade deficit narrowed in September to USD932.2 million, helped by a strong growth in farm exports and a slight decline in imports, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

Palay output up 18 percent, corn dips in 3Q—PSA

Palay production for the third quarter is projected to rise by 18 percent year-on-year to 3.93 million metric tons, largely driven by a surge in output from rainfed areas, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). 

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Philippines courts West Coast firms for investment and jobs

The Philippines is seeking to convert longstanding trade ties with the US into investment, technology partnerships and employment, highlighting USD8.5 billion in approved projects in the second quarter of 2026 as it courts West Coast businesses.

FFCCCII expands rural education with 13,000 classrooms nationwide

The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) has donated more than 6,500 school buildings, equivalent to over 13,000 classrooms, across the Philippines over the past 65 years, supporting efforts to improve educational access in underserved communities.

SM Hotels earns dual Asia CEO Awards honors for sustainability, diversity

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) has earned dual recognition at the Asia CEO Awards 2026, receiving Circle of Excellence honors in Sustainability Company of the Year and Diversity Company of the Year for its environmental initiatives, inclusive workplace policies and responsible hospitality practices.

FAST Logistics boosting Cebu businesses via nationwide network

FAST Logistics Group is strengthening its Cebu operations to help local businesses reach markets across the Philippines, offering integrated transportation, warehousing and distribution services that could reduce the cost and complexity of nationwide expansion.

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