The Philippines is strengthening its position as a major esports hub in the Asia-Pacific region, driven by a young, mobile-first population and growing support from global and local partners. An estimated 43 million Filipinos now take part in esports or mobile gaming, with the local esports market projected to reach US$28.6 million in 2025.

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.

Retail food prices in the Philippines opened 2026 on a mixed note, with staples such as rice, chicken, and fish edging higher, while red onion prices eased from December spikes—highlighting uneven supply dynamics as the market adjusts after the holidays.