Philippine digital payments hit ₱24.7T record in 2025 growth
Philippine digital payments hit a record ₱24.7 trillion in 2025, reflecting accelerating digital adoption and the country's shift toward a…
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BSP strengthens FDI data sharing to improve investment transparency, policymaking
The BSP has partnered with the SEC and PSA to improve FDI data quality, strengthening investment transparency and economic policymaking…
BSP tightens oversight of casino junket transactions, takes financial stability discussions to Cebu and Davao
The BSP tightened casino junket risk guidance and expanded regional financial stability briefings, reinforcing stronger risk management across Philippine finance.
Peso, PSEi rally cools as Middle East tensions resurface
The Philippine peso and PSEi rallied last week on softer US inflation data, but the rally has cooled as renewed…
TransUnion: Filipinos remain optimistic despite inflation, but spend more cautiously
TransUnion found Filipinos remain optimistic despite inflation, while becoming more cautious with spending, savings, and credit to manage household finances.
BSP reports lower FDI inflows, highlights lessons from past financial crises
BSP reported lower foreign direct investment inflows in early 2026, citing weaker debt investments despite stronger equity capital placements.
Inflation eases to 6.4% in June, but BSP says price pressures remain elevated
Philippine inflation eased to 6.4% in June, but the BSP warned persistent underlying price pressures could keep inflation elevated longer.
PH hits upper middle-income status as net external liabilities widen to $54.9B in Q1
The Philippines secured upper middle-income status, even as net external liabilities widened to $54.9 billion amid volatile global headwinds.
GIR steady at US$104B as Philippines posts US$131M BOP surplus in May – BSP
The Philippines’ international reserves remained robust at US$104 billion in May 2026, providing a strong buffer against external shocks.
Cash remittances reach US$2.7-B in April 2026 as OFW inflows remain steady
Cash remittances from OFWs reached US$2.7 billion in April 2026, highlighting resilient inflows supporting Philippine households and economic stability.
Philippine external debt edges lower in Q1 2026 as key stability indicators remain intact – BSP
Philippine external debt dips slightly as key stability indicators remain strong, supported by ample reserves and manageable foreign currency obligations.
₱10 Trillion and counting: How instant payments are quietly rewriting the Philippines’ digital economy
Philippine digital economy hits ₱2.74 trillion in 2025, supporting 10.39 million jobs as digital payments reshape economic activity.