The World Bank expects Philippine economic growth to slow to 3.7 percent in 2026, down from 4.4 percent in 2025, according to its East Asia and Pacific (EAP) outlook released on April 8.
At least five million Filipino farmers are poised to benefit from a USD1-billion World Bank financing package aimed at accelerating a nationwide shift toward higher productivity, diversification, and climate resilience—an overhaul long seen as critical to stabilizing food supply and rural incomes.
The World Bank has approved an USD800-million financing package for the Philippines aimed at strengthening fiscal resilience, improving the business climate and equipping Filipino workers with skills needed for higher-quality jobs.
The Philippines landed at 53rd out of 101 economies in the World Bank Group’s 2025 Business-Ready (B-READY) Report, placing the country squarely at the midpoint of an expanded global ranking and signaling steady reform momentum.
The World Bank and the Philippine government are moving forward with a landmark agreement that could reshape the country’s agriculture sector. At a recent meeting, agriculture secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. and World Bank country director Zafer Mustafaoglu reviewed the progress of the Philippine Sustainable Agricultural Transformation (PSAT) loan program, with the goal of finalizing the USD1 billion loan agreement in July.
Philex Mining Corp. swung back to profitability in the second quarter as its flagship Padcal mine returned to full operating strength after a major rehabilitation, allowing the company to capitalize on still-elevated gold and copper prices.
The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) expects stronger trade and investment flows after the European Union and the Philippines formally elevated their relationship to an Enhanced Partnership, a move that adds momentum to ongoing negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement.
AC Mobility is accelerating its electric vehicle ambitions by expanding far beyond car sales, positioning itself as an integrated mobility company that combines charging infrastructure, renewable energy, financing and fleet services to make EV ownership more practical for Filipino consumers.
The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is reshaping its vision for the country's tourism industry around four priorities—sustainability, digitalization, inclusivity and wellness—as shifting traveler expectations redefine what makes destinations competitive.