Economy

calendar_today September 24, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Banking on relief: What a Bangko Sentral rate cut could mean for Pinoys

by Edielyn Mangol, Reporter As inflation cools and the Philippine economy shows resilience, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is signaling a…

By Edielyn Mangol

calendar_today September 22, 2025 schedule 4 min read

BOP posts US$359 Million surplus in August 2025, GIR rise to US$107.1 Billion — BSP

The Philippine economy showed renewed signs of resilience in August, posting a welcome US$359 million surplus in its overall transactions…

By Ralph Fajardo

calendar_today September 18, 2025 schedule 4 min read

PH faces BOP deficit, but gains momentum with possible inclusion in Global Bond Index

The Philippine economy entered mid-2025 grappling with external headwinds, as the country posted a balance of payments (BOP) deficit in…

By Ralph Fajardo

calendar_today September 15, 2025 schedule 4 min read

Philippine national debt hits record ₱17.27 trillion: What it means for your wallet

The Philippines’ national debt has climbed to a new peak of ₱17.27 trillion as of June 2025, a figure that towers over…

By Ralph Fajardo

calendar_today September 12, 2025 schedule 5 min read

Higher jobless rate, weak FDI cause PH currency to slide past ₱57: A deep dive into Peso depreciation

by Rhyll Neri, Correspondent In early September 2025, the Philippine peso breached the critical threshold of ₱57 per U.S. dollar,…

By Rhyll Neri

calendar_today September 11, 2025 schedule 4 min read

FSCC moves to safeguard economy, tighten oversight of non-bank financial institutions

The Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) is stepping up its oversight of non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), unveiling plans for an…

By Ralph Fajardo

calendar_today September 11, 2025 schedule 5 min read

BSP holds steady on policy outlook as inflation cools, FDI slows, and lending rates adjust

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) signaled continued confidence in its monetary policy stance as inflation eased further in August,…

By Ralph Fajardo

calendar_today September 9, 2025 schedule 4 min read

PH economy shows mixed signals in August: Stronger reserves, rising liquidity and a slight uptick in inflation

The Philippine economy displayed a blend of resilience and cautionary signs in recent months, as key financial indicators revealed growth…

By Ralph Fajardo

calendar_today August 29, 2025 schedule 7 min read

PH SEC slaps cease-and-desist orders on 7 unregistered online lenders

by Leira Mananzan, Reporter The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) – the Philippines’ financial regulator – has ordered seven online…

By Leira Mananzan

calendar_today August 28, 2025 schedule 5 min read

Philippines exits EU high-risk list after major AML/CFT reforms

by Edielyn Mae Mangol, Reporter The Philippines has secured a major victory on the world stage after the European Union…

By Edielyn Mangol

calendar_today August 27, 2025 schedule 3 min read

BSP welcomes stable credit rating for Philippines, fintech gains

by Edielyn Mae Mangol, Reporter The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) recently welcomed the reaffirmation by Rating and Investment Information,…

By Edielyn Mangol

calendar_today August 26, 2025 schedule 5 min read

Metrobank chief economist lays out PH’s economic future: trade wars, tariffs, and a resilient services sector

The Philippine economy remains poised for solid growth, buoyed by two powerful domestic engines: robust remittances and a thriving services…

By Ralph Fajardo