Inflation

The Philippine agri-food sector—one of the country’s most powerful economic engines—is entering a high-risk year. Trade tensions, rising tariffs, and intensifying climate shocks are...

The Philippine economy is expected to sustain steady growth through 2026, supported by resilient domestic demand, infrastructure spending, and continued expansion of the services...

The country’s headline inflation eased to 1.5% in November 2025, as a result of targeted government measures that have moderated food prices. This brings...

By Robert B. Roque, Jr. There are moments when government officials reveal exactly how out of touch they are — and this past week, Trade...

Metrobank Chief Economist and Markets Strategist Nicholas Mapa outlined five major themes expected to influence the Philippine economy in 2026, citing possible rate cuts...

A new nationwide survey commissioned by the Stratbase Group revealed that most Filipinos want the Marcos administration to prioritize lowering food prices while also...

Most Filipinos felt that rice had the most significant price increase among the food items they purchased in the past three months, according to...

Former Senator Kiko Pangilinan has pledged to tackle the pressing issue of high food prices should he regain a Senate seat in the 2025...

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has proposed enlisting the Department of Finance, particularly the Bureau of Internal Revenue, to audit the financial records...

Developing economies in Asia and the Pacific are forecast to expand by 4.9% on average this year as the region continues its resilient growth...