Economy
Peso Pressure Alert: Experts Say PH Needs Bigger Fixes, Hindi Band-Aid Lang
Philippine peso — rewritten from The Manila Times.
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Economy
Japan Backs Big PH Build Push with Fresh Subway and Mindanao Road Cash
The Philippines just locked in fresh financing from Japan for two major infrastructure projects, giving the Marcos administration another big push on transport and regional connectivity. The new agreements cover additional funding for the Metro Manila Subway Project Phase 1 and engineering services for the Central Mindanao High Standard Highway
Economy
P1.2-B Lifeline Na: DOLE Preps Jobs and Aid for Vulnerable Workers
Economy | Main subject: Department of Labor and Employment
Economy
World Bank Drops $1B Farm Boost for PH as Climate Pressures Rise
The Philippines is getting a major agriculture push after the World Bank approved a $1 billion loan package meant to raise farm productivity and help the sector handle climate shocks better. The funding will support the Philippines Sustainable Agricultural Transformation Project, or PSAT, which the
Economy
$1-B Farm Lifeline, Pasok: PH Agriculture Gets Big World Bank Boost
The Philippines is getting a major agriculture boost after the World Bank approved a $1 billion loan aimed at raising farm productivity and making the country’s food systems more resilient to climate shocks. The funding will go to the Philippines Sustainable Agricultural Transformation Project, or PSAT, which is designed
Economy
Pump Price Pain Eases a Bit, Pero Diesel Hike Is Still Coming
Motorists may get a tiny breather next week, but hindi pa rin tapos ang sakit sa bulsa. The Manila Times reported that diesel prices are still expected to rise by around P11 to P12 per liter, while gasoline may either stay flat or climb by about P3.
Economy
Maagang Sara ang Malls: Big Chains Trim Hours as Power Crunch Bites
Starting Monday, March 30, several of the country’s biggest mall operators will shorten operating hours as part of the response to the national energy emergency. The move covers more than 190 malls nationwide, according to Rappler’s report.
Economy
Less Than One Day? Yung 142,000-Barrel Diesel Arrival, Bitin Pa Rin
A fresh diesel shipment reached Luzon this week, pero ayon sa Rappler’s breakdown, the much-publicized 142,000 barrels are not enough to cover even one full day of Philippine diesel demand based on 2024 government consumption data.
Economy
P84.8-B Subway Boost: PH and Japan Lock In Fresh Funding for Big Transport Projects
The Philippines and Japan have signed fresh financing agreements for two major infrastructure projects, giving another big push to the Marcos administration’s transport build-out. The deals cover additional funding for the Metro Manila Subway Project and engineering services for
Economy
Price Freeze in Play? Palace Says Fuel Cap Still on the Table
Malacañang said on Friday that a proposed price freeze on petroleum products is still being studied as Filipinos deal with four straight weeks of steep pump price increases. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the government is trying to balance consumer relief with the realities facing the oil
Economy
Ramon Ang Says Petron Is on the Table If State Wants In
Ramon Ang / Petron | Source: GMA News Online
Economy
Peso Breaks Another Floor as PH Currency Hits Fresh Record Low
Philippine peso | Source: The Manila Times