The Philippines is expected to weather the initial shock from rising oil and gas prices triggered by the conflict in the Middle East, although prolonged supply disruptions could still pressure energy …
Philippines manufacturing PMI climbed to 8-year high in February—S&P Global
The Philippines Manufacturing PMI rose to 54.6 in February, marking the strongest performance since late 2017 driven by a sharp influx of new orders and increased production.
Philippines Seeks Oil Law Review as High Prices Threaten Nation
The Philippines is looking to review a nearly 30-year old law that liberalized its oil industry, as the government aims to have a better grip on fuel prices that have shot higher due to the Iran war.
Finance executives back temporary fuel tax relief as oil prices surge
The Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) backs the temporary suspension of fuel excise taxes to combat inflation driven by Middle East volatility.
Marcos: Philippines seeking new sources of fuel imports
MANILA, Philippines — The government has approached countries outside its traditional sources of imported fuel to secure supply amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to President …
Philippines seen to take heavy beating from Iran war
MANILA, Philippines — The energy shock set off by the ongoing war in the Middle East is expected to dampen economic growth recovery in the Philippines, as consumer spending could take a hit, analysts …
CONNECT Cebu 2026: Strengthening the future of real estate in the Visayas
Cebu’s real estate community gathered for an afternoon of market discussions and industry collaboration at CONNECT Cebu 2026. Organized by Lamudi Philippines and Dot Property Group, the half-day event …
The Philippines says its communist rebels are defeated – but are they?
The Philippine military claims the 56-year insurgency is near the finish line. But veteran rebels say the roots of rebellion remain The mountains of the Philippines are quieter now. The jungle bases …
Remittance risks, oil shock cloud Philippines economic outlook
The Philippines could face economic headwinds from escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona Jr. warning that the conflict poses risks to …
Philippines faces economic shock, mass OFW exodus as Middle East war escalates
THE Philippines is bracing for a perfect storm of crises as the escalating war in the Middle East threatens to trigger a mass repatriation of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and a crippling energy …