Policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and civil society representatives convened yesterday at the Philippines Roundtable on New Models of Work, hosted by a regional think tank, the Tech for Good …
Severe storm soaks northern Philippines after second strike
Government work and classes were shut for fifth straight day. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Philippines’ rising renewables use could push power prices 24% lower by 2029, market operator says
By Sudarshan Varadhan SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Increasing adoption of renewable energy in the Philippines could push average annual spot power prices as much as 24% lower by 2029, its power market …
Philippines agrees $1.14 billion in loans with World Bank for …
The Philippines on Monday said it had signed four loan agreements with the World Bank totalling $1.14 billion, … financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop …
Worst is over for Philippines’ property sector–report
MANILA, Philippines – The worst may be over for the Philippine property sector as key players have “proactively” recalibrated their strategies to cope with structural challenges, leading to “early …
Philippines property market: On a home run – Gulf News
Another developer, Megaworld Properties, has 200 buildings on offer targeting expatriate Filipinos, retirees and investors who want a piece of the action in the Philippines’ booming property sector.
Trump says US will charge 19% tariff on goods from Philippines, down from 20%
It matches the 19% announced for Indonesia and bests Vietnam’s slightly higher rate of 20%. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Trump Announces Trade Deal With Philippines, Small Reduction in Tariff Rate
The U.S. leader said that Washington would apply a 19 percent tariff on Philippine imports, while Manila has agreed to remove all of its tariffs on American goods.
Philippines to Tap GCash to Sell Bite-Sized Bonds to Attract More Investors
The Philippines is tapping mobile wallet GCash to sell small-denominated government securities, according to the Bureau of the Treasury, seeking to broaden the investor base as it raises more money to …
Business groups push 14 key economic reforms
A coalition of leading Philippine business groups and members of the Joint Foreign Chambers of the Philippines are urging President Marcos to prioritize 14 key reforms that are expected to accelerate …