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Industry pledge keeps prices steady till April 30
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has secured a renewed commitment from major manufacturers to keep prices of basic necessities and prime commodities...
Food, power costs drive sharp March price spike — PSA
Consumer prices rose sharply in March, driven largely by higher food and utility costs, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported. Data released Tuesday showed that...
FIRING LINE: We can’t afford fuel or panic
By Robert B. Roque, Jr. Inevitably, and by all indications, fuel prices will rise again. If it has not already, since today is Tuesday. Let’s take liquefied...
Filipinos demand gov’t ‘act now’ as food, fuel prices soar
Filipinos are calling on the national government to focus on lowering food prices, generating more jobs, and addressing corruption, a Stratbase Institute–commissioned survey shows—just...
Exporters urge VAT cut on fuel, power amid Middle East tensions
Exporters are urging the government to consider reducing the 12-percent value-added tax (VAT) on fuel and electricity as escalating tensions in the Middle East...
Trade and climate risks test PH agri-food sector
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...
PH economy seen on steady growth path through 2026
The Philippine economy is expected to sustain steady growth through 2026, supported by resilient domestic demand, infrastructure spending, and continued expansion of the services...
Food measures push PH inflation down to 1.5%, says DOF
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...
FIRING LINE: DTI chief’s ₱500 fantasy
By Robert B. Roque, Jr. There are moments when government officials reveal exactly how out of touch they are — and this past week, Trade...
Expert outlines 5 factors shaping PH economy in 2026
Metrobank Chief Economist and Markets Strategist Nicholas Mapa outlined five major themes expected to influence the Philippine economy in 2026, citing possible rate cuts...