Davao City environmental groups and associations are leading the shift to a circular economy, transforming plastic waste into products and using innovative methods to combat the city's unsustainable landfill situation. Learn how local initiatives are maki
Indonesia aims to deepen economic ties with Chinese investors across AI, digital economy, and food security. Officials highlight China's crucial role in downstream industries.
BSP Governor Eli Remolona explains why the Philippines, as a service-led economy, does not need to aggressively defend the peso against the dollar, despite market pressures. Learn the economic reasoning.
RDC-11 greenlights Davao's 2023-2028 Midterm Development Plan, targeting an international logistics hub with P268.9B in projects. Discover the recalibrated strategies for growth.
BSP Governor Eli Remolona forecasts a Philippine economic recovery by late 2026, with 2025 growth at 4.5%. He cites reforms and a strong banking system as catalysts. Read the full outlook.
Cebu City Hall now releases business permits in one day to help firms recover from Typhoon Tino. Learn how to renew your permit and avoid penalties.
A new PIDS study forecasts moderate GDP growth for the Philippines in 2025-2026 but warns of risks from global trade, peso volatility, and governance. Can reforms secure upper-middle-income status?
The Board of Investments approved P1.56 trillion in projects for 2025, led by the energy sector. Discover the top regions and foreign investors driving this growth.
Philippine inflation for 2025 settled at 1.7%, below the government's 2-4% target. December saw a slight uptick to 1.8%. Read the full report and the government's plan for 2026.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival launches an internal investigation into the arrest of a water vendor at Plaza Sugbu, reigniting the debate on enforcement vs. compassion for informal workers.
Mindanao Development Authority Chair Leo Tereso Magno outlines 2026 vision, emphasizing collaboration, people-centered development, and sustained peace for the island's progress. Read the full message.
Cebu's business leaders enter 2026 with measured optimism, prioritizing coordinated, ecosystem-driven growth to overcome climate shocks and structural weaknesses. Discover the plan for resilience.
As 2025 ends, the global economy shows resilience despite U.S. tariff shocks. UNCTAD and IMF data reveal shifting trade patterns and China's stabilizing role. Discover the full analysis and 2026 outlook.
Foreign currency loans fell to $15.13B in Q3 2025, a 5% quarterly drop. Explore the impact on exporters, power firms, and the economy despite rising OFW remittance power.
Davao City closed 2025 as Mindanao's top business hub. Discover how real estate, retail expansion, and controlled inflation fueled its growth and set the stage for 2026.
Finance Secretary Frederick Go reaffirms the 2026 target for the Philippines to achieve upper middle-income status, citing economic growth strategies and addressing forex challenges. Read the full story.
Cebu Province launches the Cebu International Investments Summit 2026 to pivot towards heavy industry and tech. The event targets 250 global investors. Read more about Cebu's economic transformation.
BSP surveys reveal Filipino households remain positive about the 2026 economy, planning more spending, while businesses turn cautious. Dive into the data on inflation, peso, and hiring.
Philippine business confidence rose to 29.7% in Q4 2025, fueled by holiday demand. Yet, consumer sentiment fell to -22.2% on inflation, corruption fears. Read the full BSP survey analysis.
Visa and Landbank sign a strategic deal to expand digital payment acceptance across key government channels, aiming for a cash-lite economy. Learn how this impacts Filipinos.
Cebu Province launches the Cebu International Investments Summit 2026 to pivot towards industry and tech, targeting global investors. Summit set for January 12-14, 2026.
Visa and Landbank sign a strategic deal to enable digital payments for government services via eGov.ph and Link.BizPortal, boosting PH's cash-lite economy goals. Read more.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the Philippines' creative sector, a 7.3% GDP contributor. Canva's 2026 trends reveal a push for 'Imperfect by Design' as Filipino creators blend AI speed with human authenticity. Discover the future of local content.
Sultan Kudarat's Kalimudan Festival 2025 turned a P10 million investment into P200 million in local economic activity. Discover how strategic cultural spending boosted MSMEs and tourism.
Pag-IBIG Fund's year-end raffles awarded prizes up to P500,000, successfully expanding membership among OFWs and informal workers while promoting its loan programs. Learn how to join.
Philippine domestic liquidity (M3) expanded faster in October 2025, reaching P19.1 trillion. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas attributes growth to strong domestic claims. Read the full analysis.
DOTr and BCDA sign a key agreement to develop Clark International Airport into a major hub for industrial, manufacturing, and transport services, promising new economic growth for Central Luzon.
BIMP-EAGA unveils a decade-long blueprint empowering LGUs and MSMEs while advancing Mindanao's blue economy with ADB backing. Discover the sustainable vision.
Cebu's economy is projected to grow 6.5-7.5% in 2024, driven by construction, tourism, and BPO. Learn the key drivers and challenges in our detailed outlook.
The US-ASEAN Business Council is leading a push for practical Extended Producer Responsibility systems to transform packaging waste management across Southeast Asia. Learn how this collaborative effort aims to build a sustainable future.