Resilient Recovery: Philippine External Trade Surges 13% to Close 2025
The Philippine economy ended 2025 on a high note as total external trade in goods climbed 13 percent year-on-year in December, reaching USD 17.51 billion. This robust performance,
The Tug-of-War: Peso Strengthens Amid Stock Market Jitter
The financial landscape in the Philippines presented a tale of two markets this Wednesday. While the Philippine Peso showed resilience by rebounding against a softening US Dollar (USD), the local equity market told a different story, with the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) retreating into the red.
Gravity Always Wins: Is the Philippine Peso Bracing for a Historical Dive?
In the intricate world of Forex trading, the US Dollar (USD) is often seen as the ultimate safe haven, but for the Philippine Peso (PHP), it is currently a source of immense pressure.
The Breaking Point: Philippine Peso Hits New Historic Low Against the US Dollar
On January 14, 2026, the Philippine financial landscape shifted as the local currency slumped to its weakest level in history.
The Long Game: Malacañang Vows More "Big Fish" Will Fall in Flood Probe
In the wake of public frustration over the perceived slow pace of justice, Malacañang has issued a firm reminder to the Filipino people: the investigation into the multi-billion-peso flood control scandal is only just beginning.
The ₱0.00 Prescription: How Zero Balance Billing is Changing the LGU Landscape
For decades, the "Zero Balance" promise—the idea that a patient can enter a hospital and leave without paying a single centavo—was a luxury reserved for the few admitted to national DOH-run facilities.
The Unblinking Eye: ICI’s New Rules Forge Trust in Infrastructure Governance
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has taken a critical step toward cementing transparency and accountability in a sector historically vulnerable to corruption by approving comprehensive guidelines for the live streaming of its proceedings.
How Citizen Reports Are Uncovering Flood Scams and What It Means for the Philippine Economy
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently highlighted the vital role of citizen reports in exposing irregularities in flood control projects. These efforts are part of broader digital reforms and transparency initiatives aimed at curbing corruption and promoting accountability in government infrastructure programs.
Palace Optimistic: Philippine Economy Poised for Q4 2025 Recovery Amid Budget Boost and Holiday Spending
MANILA – Malacañang expressed confidence on Tuesday that the Philippine economy is set to recover in the fourth quarter of 2025, driven by a combination of holiday consumer spending, rising exports, and the prudent use of the PHP 1.307-trillion programmed budget.
Senate Leadership Draws the Line: Arrests Off-Limits Inside, But Outside the Senate, the Law Prevails
Senate President Vicente Sotto III reaffirmed on Saturday that no senator may be arrested within the Senate, citing the institution’s dignity and courtesy. This comes amid circulating reports that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued a warrant of arrest against Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, a key implementer of the Duterte administration’s anti-drug campaign.
ICC Warrants Could Go Directly to Law Enforcement, DFA Clarifies Amid Dela Rosa Reports
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) clarified on Saturday that arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) may be sent directly to law enforcement agencies, rather than being routed through embassies or other government offices.
Marcos Champions MSME Empowerment and Digital Trade at APEC: What It Means for the Philippine Economy and Forex Markets
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. took the global stage at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea, with a powerful message: empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and strengthen digital trade to create more inclusive and resilient economies.
Marcos and Lee Strengthen PH–South Korea Ties: Aiming for a New Era of Strategic Partnership
In a significant diplomatic milestone, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung reaffirmed their commitment to elevate the Philippines–South Korea partnership to “another level.” The two leaders met on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea, underscoring decades of friendship rooted in shared sacrifice, mutual respect, and growing economic cooperation.