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Abolishing bill deposits could raise electricity rates, think tank warns
InfraWatch PH has cautioned the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) that the proposed abolition of bill deposits for residential electricity consumers could unintentionally raise electricity...
New UN rules raise bar for consumer product safety
The United Nations has adopted the first-ever UN Principles for Consumer Product Safety, marking a global milestone in protecting consumers from unsafe products sold...
Scam threats escalate for online Filipinos, global study warns
Scams have become an almost routine threat for Filipinos online—encountered nearly as often as checking a mobile phone. A new nationwide study by the Global...
Lawmaker flags delay in natural gas VAT relief
The delayed implementation of the VAT exemption on indigenous natural gas—meant to lower electricity costs for millions of consumers, including senior citizens—has raised concerns...
DTI tightens monitoring in Cebu as nationwide price freeze takes effect
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has confirmed stable prices and adequate supply of basic necessities in Cebu City following inspection rounds led...
DTI tightens price watch during Undas
In line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive for intensified market surveillance, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) strengthened its price monitoring...
DTI launches E-commerce PH Trustmark, opens online application for sellers
In a bid to promote safer, more trustworthy, and more reliable online transactions, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) launched the E-Commerce Philippine...
Trade Chief explains consumers concerns on prices, notes the need to strike balance between free enterprise and consumer protection
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon M. Lopez sought for understanding from the public that the Philippines is under a free trade...