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BritCham backs food import reforms amid BSP rate hike
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has tightened monetary policy anew as inflationary pressures continue to build, raising concerns over higher food and fuel...
LIFE MATTERS: Cynicism, indifference, or hope
By Dr. Dencio S. Acop Cynicism, indifference, or hope! These seem to be the predominant attitudes of people given what’s happening in and to the...
BritCham pushes MAV release, lower tariffs to stabilize food supply
Amid rising global uncertainties and renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) has renewed its call for...
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...