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Philippine Economy
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...
FIRING LINE: Oil shock! Look out for opportunism
By Robert B. Roque, Jr. The war in the Middle East may be out of Manila’s hands, but what happens at the gas stations here...
Biz leader urges fuel tax suspension to aid MSMEs
A veteran Philippine business leader is urging the government to temporarily suspend fuel excise taxes to cushion the impact of rising oil prices on...
PH water security at risk despite ample supply, PIDS warns
Despite having abundant freshwater resources on paper, the Philippines is facing a deepening water security crisis driven by weak service delivery, fragmented governance, and...
FIRING LINE | Why the Iran war is a very Pinoy problem
By Robert B. Roque Jr. While there is a sense of relief that the people of Iran may be driving toward freedom and change from...
PH not in crisis, says economist at UK-PH forum
“The Philippines is not in a crisis,” said Alvin Arogo, First Vice President and Economist of Philippine National Bank, setting the tone for the...
PH exports surge 20% in 2025, lifting industries and job creation
Philippine exports closed 2025 on a strong note, posting sustained double-digit growth in the final quarter and signaling renewed momentum for local industries, job...
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...
PH must diversify exports and move up global value chains — PIDS
The Philippines needs to urgently diversify its export markets and upgrade its role in global value chains (GVCs to remain globally competitive amid weak...
Raising service productivity crucial to PH inclusive growth
Improving productivity in labor-absorbing services should be a top priority for achieving sustained and inclusive economic growth in the Philippines, as the sector continues...