Any benefit that the Philippines may have from the lower US tariffs relative to its regional peers may be tempered by the impact of the levies on some of its trade partners, according to billionaire …
Weaker global outlook, trade tensions: IMF slashes Philippines growth forecasts for 2025, 2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slashed its economic growth forecast for the Philippines this year, citing weaker global demand, trade-related headwinds and the effects of financial …
Union Bank of the Philippines ‘aggressive’ growth strategy brings more problem loans
Its problem loan ratio is expected to remain at the 6% to 7% range in 2025. Union Bank of the Philippines (UBP) saw an increase in problem loan ratio and higher problem loan formation over the past …
Philippines to receive second batch of BrahMos missile system from India
The Philippines is set to receive its second batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India, its defence secretary said on Wednesday, which should bolster the country’s coastal defence …
Japan PM to visit Vietnam, the Philippines from Sunday
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will visit Vietnam and the Philippines next week, officials said Wednesday, as Tokyo seeks to ramp up regional ties after Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught. The April 27-30 trip follows a Southeast Asia tour by Chinese President Xi Jinping,
K-water partners with Philippines to develop water infrastructure in new towns
The Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water) has teamed up with the Philippine government to establish water infrastructure for the country’s new town development projects.
Local luxury market attracts global property platform
Although it is still a Third World country, the Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty (PSIR) expressed optimism that the local luxury and ultra luxury markets are worth taking a serious look at.
SPNEC signs largest Philippines financing deal
SP New Energy Corp. (SPNEC) of tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan has sealed a P150-billion syndicated loan – the largest in the Philippines – to bankroll the construction of MTerra Solar in Central Luzon.
Philippines eases restrictions on official travel to the island of Taiwan; experts warn move amounts to dangerous maneuvering on Taiwan question
The Philippines issued a memorandum circular on Monday, easing long standing restrictions on official travel to the island of Taiwan. Experts warned that the move, though framed as economically …
Fintech Unicorn GCash May Delay Philippines’ Biggest IPO If US-China Trade War Escalates
Mynt’s IPO, which some analysts expect to raise as much as $1.5 billion later this year, will be the biggest maiden share sale in the Philippines since the 2021 listing of Monde Nissin, which raised …