Consumer Optimism High for 2026 as Business Confidence Falls
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.
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.
Japan recorded a 322.3 billion yen trade surplus in November as exports rose 6.1%. This strengthens expectations for a Bank of Japan interest rate increase. Read the full analysis.
The Police Regional Office swiftly dismissed the Dolores police chief and 16 officers after a video showed them drinking alcohol on duty. This serves as a stark warning against misconduct.
The chief of Dolores Municipal Police Station and 16 subordinates were relieved after a photo of their drinking session inside the station went viral. Read about the investigation and consequences.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival supports a moratorium on upland development permits for a safety review. Learn how this move aims to protect watersheds and prevent flooding.
Cebu City and Province recorded no crimes during the first Misa de Gallo dawn mass on December 16, 2025, thanks to massive police visibility and proactive security measures.
Davao Light reduces residential power rate for December 2025 billing. Lower WESM prices drive savings. Company urges mindful consumption during holidays despite the cut.
A total of 244 new police recruits have officially joined the Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region in a ceremony in Bacolod City. They now begin rigorous training to serve and protect the community.
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
Five Angeles City police officers face a special probe for alleged involvement in a P14 million robbery in Porac. PNP chief vows dismissal and jail if found liable.
Philippine inflation slowed to 1.5% in November 2025, averaging 1.6% for the year. Officials credit food security measures and announce plans for more affordable rice and electricity subsidies.
Mandaue City Police Office intensifies patrols with 90% personnel deployment. Director PCol Cirilo Acosta Jr. details strategy for malls, schools, and key areas to deter crime.
Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) is declared champion of the EMPO 2025 Challenge, scoring 98.53%. Director Col. Cirilo Acosta Jr. credits strong leadership and teamwork for the win.
Central Visayas police confiscated P1B worth of shabu & other drugs, arrested over 9,000 suspects, and achieved a near-perfect conviction rate in 2025. Read the full report.
Zamboanga Sibugay Police Provincial Office begins a five-day Firearm Proficiency Training to enhance marksmanship and tactical response. Learn about the program's goals.
Mandaue City Police Office triumphs in the Enhanced Management of Police Operations (Empo) 2025 Challenge. Discover how their data-driven strategies earned a 98.53% score.
Police Colonel Criscente Tiguelo led a minor reshuffle at the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (Norppo) effective December 2, 2025. Read about the new assignments and the commitment to community-focused policing.
PRO 6's month-long manhunt nets 194 fugitives, including the national most wanted and the region's Top 10. See the breakdown of arrests and how public cooperation led to success.
Rising compliance costs push Philippine SMEs to upgrade systems. TNC and 1C launch a localized accounting platform tailored for BIR rules in Cebu, Davao, and Manila to boost productivity.
BDO Unibank secures $500 million from a five-year offshore bond sale, oversubscribed by more than 3 times. Funds will support lending and corporate growth. Read the details.
DOLE mandates strict monitoring of 13th month pay compliance. Employers must submit reports by Jan 15, 2026. Ensure your company follows PD 851.
Police Regional Office 7 achieves remarkable 99.70% conviction rate in drug-related cases from January to November 2025. Learn how proper evidence handling and legal protocols ensure justice delivery.
A 29-year-old police patrolman from RMFB 7 was accidentally shot while preparing for deployment in Sibonga, Cebu. Investigation ongoing. Read the full details.
Cebu's business community welcomes the suspension of BIR field audits, a move providing relief from compliance pressures and aiding post-calamity recovery. Learn more about this positive development.
Cebu City Police Office launches surprise drug testing for 1,300 personnel as part of internal cleansing. Those testing positive face dismissal after due process. Read the latest updates.
A Lapu-Lapu City police officer seeking promotion tested positive for illegal drugs during mandatory screening. The officer admitted to drug use and faces administrative charges. Read more about this developing story.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro asks President Marcos Jr. to create a Metro Cebu Development Authority to oversee projects and enforce environmental compliance after Typhoon Tino.
Metrobank economist Nicholas Mapa predicts BSP easing could start in December 2025, with economic recovery expected in 2026. Learn how this affects inflation and the peso.
Arayat LGU has donated land to PNP for a modern police station. Mayor Jeffrey Luriz and Colonel Leo Bacon lead the turnover to enhance local peace and order.
51-year-old ex-convict Angelito Mendoza died in a shootout with Mabolo Police after attempting to fire at officers. The incident occurred in Barangay Carreta, Cebu City. Read the full investigation details.