Metrobank, Mastercard turn rewards points into tree-planting contributions

calendar_today November 19, 2025 schedule 3 min read

Metrobank sees BSP rate cuts, steeper yield curve, and growth rebound in 2026

Metrobank is projecting a more favorable macroeconomic environment for the Philippines in 2026, marked by potential policy rate cuts from…

calendar_today November 11, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Steady inflation, robust reserves, and growing money supply signal economic stability in PH

The Philippine economy continues to show signs of resilience and stability as key economic indicators — namely inflation, foreign reserves,…

calendar_today November 10, 2025 schedule 3 min read

PH banking sector maintains strong growth as bank lending expands 10.5% in September

The Philippine banking sector continued to show resilience and steady growth as bank lending expanded by 10.5% in September, underscoring…

A hand holding arrow over coins to show how inflation is seen to stay within target range

calendar_today November 6, 2025 schedule 3 min read

BSP: Inflation seen to stay within target range as domestic claims rise in Q2

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) expects inflation to remain well within its target range over the next few years,…

calendar_today October 29, 2025 schedule 7 min read

GCash data leak threatens double-unicorn IPO ambitions

Special Report by Edielyn Mangol, Reporter GCash, the Philippines’ dominant fintech platform and celebrated “double unicorn,” is barreling toward one of the…

Image of an area with tall buildings covered by a Philippine flag watermark to show why BSP is cutting key rates as inflation eases while external pressures persist

calendar_today October 23, 2025 schedule 4 min read

BSP cuts key rate as inflation eases while external pressures persist

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has lowered its key policy rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 percent, signaling…

A man and his wife, both with silver hair, used to represent an aging population

calendar_today October 21, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Aging Philippines: Why fintech firms should pay attention to the country’s silver economy

Special Report by Arianna Aguiluz, Correspondent The Philippines is on track to become an “aging population” by 2030, with citizens…

Map of the Philippines amid tall buildings as the BSP reports a stable economy thanks to growing foreign direct investment

calendar_today October 16, 2025 schedule 5 min read

BSP: Foreign direct investment fuel growth as PH strengthens financial position in mid-2025

The Philippines’ external position continues to reflect growing investor confidence and stronger financial linkages with the rest of the world,…

Philippine GIR ease to US$104 billion in May, remain well above adequacy thresholds

calendar_today October 10, 2025 schedule 4 min read

BSP cuts rates as foreign reserves climb to US$108.8-B, signaling policy flexibility and external strength

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) delivered a one-two punch of reassurance for the economy this week, reporting a stronger…

BSP building with the Philippine flag at left

calendar_today October 8, 2025 schedule 5 min read

BSP adjusts discount window rates amid stable inflation outlook, signals caution to future policy

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has announced new interest rates for its Discount Window Facility (DWF), effective today, October…

Philippine external debt edges lower in Q1 2026 as key stability indicators remain intact - BSP

calendar_today September 30, 2025 schedule 5 min read

BSP report: Consumers turn cautiously upbeat while businesses tread carefully in Q3 2025

The Philippine economy is entering the latter half of 2025 on a mixed but encouraging note, with households showing signs…

A Philippine flag on top of buildings as PH financial system gets hailed for credit rating stability by JCR

calendar_today September 26, 2025 schedule 4 min read

PH financial system hailed for stability as BSP cracks down on illicit cash flows

The Philippine banking system is receiving high praise from international credit raters for its remarkable stability, even as the Bangko…

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