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Motorcycle sales rise 9 percent to over 811K units in January-May
by Louella Desiderio - June 8, 2026 - 12:00am
Motorcycle sales in the country rose by nine percent in the January to May period from a year ago, amid elevated fuel prices.
Ecozone investments soar 88 percent in 5 months
by Louella Desiderio - June 8, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) saw sustained investment momentum in the first five months of the year with investment approvals soaring by 88 percent from a year ago, despite global economic unce...
World Bank pipelines over $3 billion loans to Philippines
by Louella Desiderio - June 8, 2026 - 12:00am
The World Bank is looking to extend around $3 billion worth of loans to support programs in the Philippines in the next fiscal year.
BOI-approved investments decline to P58.2 billion in Q1
by Louella Desiderio - June 7, 2026 - 12:00am
Investments approved by the Board of Investments fell by 48 percent in the first quarter due to a drop in both foreign and local investment commitments.
Government eyes more high-value investments
by Louella Desiderio - June 7, 2026 - 12:00am
The country’s new investment promotions blueprint is expected to open the door to more investments in advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure and other smart and sustainable technologies, according to...
DTI: School supply prices within suggested range
by Louella Desiderio - June 7, 2026 - 12:00am
Prices of school supplies remain within suggested price ranges, while supply is adequate ahead of the opening of classes, according to the Department of Trade and Industry.
Factory output growth accelerates in April
by Louella Desiderio - June 6, 2026 - 12:00am
The country’s manufacturing output grew at a faster pace in April compared to the previous month as manufacturers frontloaded production activities to beat rising costs due to the Middle East conflict.
Inflation cools to 6.8 percent in May
by Louella Desiderio - June 6, 2026 - 12:00am
Consumer price growth eased in May from the previous month’s pace, driven by the slower uptick in fuel and food costs, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.
Repower expands hydro business
by Louella Desiderio - June 5, 2026 - 12:00am
Repower Energy Development Corp.  is boosting its hydropower business through the acquisition of shares in Taft Hydroenergy Corp..
Vehicle makers turn less pessimistic
by Louella Desiderio - June 5, 2026 - 12:00am
Vehicle sales in the country are expected to decline by five to eight percent this year, lower than initially expected, amid improving demand, according to the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines...
BOI certifies P340 billion investments for green lane
by Louella Desiderio - June 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Board of Investments has granted green lane status to investment projects worth P340 billion from January to April, allowing them to benefit from streamlined permit processing.
World Bank: Philippines likely to miss 2028 single-digit poverty target
by Louella Desiderio - June 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines is likely to miss its goal of bringing down the poverty rate to single-digit level by 2028, according to the World Bank.
‘Expanded VAT exemptions to drive demand’
by Louella Desiderio - June 4, 2026 - 12:00am
Pharmaceutical companies are likely to see higher demand for essential medicines due to the expanded value-added tax  exemptions, according to research and analysis firm BMI.
OECD forecast: ‘Philippines to post 3.2% growth this year’
by Louella Desiderio - June 4, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippine economy is expected to post slower growth this year with high inflation likely to dampen consumer spending, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.
US eyes new tariffs on Phlilippines 59 countries
by Louella Desiderio - June 4, 2026 - 12:00am
The United States is looking to impose new tariffs of at least 10 percent on goods coming from the Philippines and 59 other economies for failing to curb imports produced with forced labor.
PCCI bucks proposed P240 immigration fee
by Louella Desiderio - June 4, 2026 - 12:00am
The country’s largest business organization is calling on the government to reconsider the proposed P240 immigration fee amid the energy crisis and rising prices.
Safeguard measure slapped on China, Indonesia cement
by Louella Desiderio - June 3, 2026 - 12:00am
Cement imports from China and Indonesia will now be imposed with a duty amounting to P349 per metric ton, after shipments exceeded the threshold for exemption from the safeguard measure, according to the Department...
AMRO cuts Philippines growth forecasts
by Louella Desiderio - June 3, 2026 - 12:00am
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations Plus 3  Macroeconomic Research Office has downgraded its growth forecasts for the Philippines for this year and next, as it expects higher inflation from the prolonged...
Marcos OKs 2026 investment promotion blueprint
by Louella Desiderio - June 3, 2026 - 12:00am
President Marcos has approved the government’s new investment promotion blueprint, which lists activities that are eligible for tax incentives.
Philippines, Ukraine seek stronger trade in agriculture, IT, pharma
by Louella Desiderio - June 2, 2026 - 12:00am
Ukraine is aiming to increase bilateral trade with the Philippines, citing opportunities in various sectors including agriculture, information technology and pharmaceuticals.
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