Inflation eases further to 6.1% in August as food price pressures cool
Philippine inflation eased to 6.1% in August due to better food supply, though overall price pressures remained above target.
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Inflation eased to 6.1%, but the poorest 30% of Filipino households still faced 8.2%
Inflation in the Philippines eased to 6.1% in August, but the bottom 30% of income households still faced 8.2% inflation…
Manulife analysts weigh in as BSP holds rate line amid growth and inflation tension
Manulife Investments analysts report local markets remain cautious despite Philippine credit rating affirmations, as central bank policy balances inflation and…
BSP reaffirms growth foundation as Moody’s retains Philippines’ investment-grade rating
The BSP welcomed Moody’s affirmation of the Philippines' “Baa2” rating with a stable outlook, citing macroeconomic resilience amid global headwinds.
What’s hindering the Philippines’ digital adoption?
The Philippines is becoming increasingly digital. Digital payments are now a regular part of everyday transactions, banks and financial institutions…
Philippines’ foreign reserves ease to $103.3B in July as BOP deficit widens
Philippine reserves fell to $103.3 billion in July as the country recorded a $1.5-billion BOP deficit, though buffers remained sufficient…
The Philippines may be moving up, but 74% of Filipinos still worry about rising costs, FWD study finds
A new FWD study finds 74% of Filipinos remain concerned about rising costs despite the country’s move toward upper-middle-income status.
Maya says stronger infrastructure, enabling policies key to sustainable digital finance in ASEAN
Maya Bank highlights that strong shared infrastructure, predictable regulation, and fair competition are essential for sustainable digital finance in ASEAN.
BSP urges Southeast Asian regulators to get ahead of emerging financial risks
BSP Governor Eli Remolona urges regulators to anticipate interconnected financial risks as geopolitical tensions, cyber threats, climate change and digitalization…
BSP tightens FX oversight, opens procurement process
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is bolstering regulatory transparency by hosting stakeholder sessions to enhance foreign exchange compliance and procurement.
PCCI pushes education rethink as digital economy reshapes skills Filipino graduates need
PCCI is calling for stronger industry involvement in reshaping higher education as AI, digitalization, and changing workforce demands redefine the…
Philippine GDP growth slows to 2.3% in Q2 as investment weakens
Philippine economic growth slowed further in the second quarter, raising pressure on policymakers as inflation remains elevated and investments weaken.