The Green Cost-Cutter: Sweden Drives Sustainable Tech Partnership to Combat the Philippines' High Energy Rates
Swedish innovation is targeting the Philippines' persistent problem of high industrial electricity costs (~18 US cents per kWh), the highest in Asia, alongside Singapore. Through a new collaboration push, companies like SKF and Atlas Copco are offering technology-driven solutions aimed at industrial energy efficiency, framing sustainability not as a cost, but as a critical driver of competitiveness and resilience for local manufacturers.
Record Low Peso: Market Bets on BSP Rate Cut Push PHP to 59.22 Against the USD
The Philippine Peso (PHP) plunged to a fresh all-time low of 59.22 against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday, driven by strong market expectations that the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) will cut its benchmark interest rate at its final meeting of the year on December 11
The Jobless Jolt: Philippine Unemployment Rate Spikes to 5%, Signaling Economic Headwinds
The Philippine labor market saw a significant setback in October 2025, as the unemployment rate surged to 5.0 percent from 3.8 percent in September, equating to an additional 580,000 Filipinos out of work.
Philippine Banks' Bad Debt Ratio Hits 2-Month High: A Forex Stress Signal
The Philippine banking sector's asset quality has weakened, with the Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio reaching 3.33% of total loans in October. This measure, which includes loans overdue by at least 90 days and at high risk of default, is a crucial indicator of financial stress and is closely watched by institutions seeking Global Markets Eruditio.
The P13.5M Question: Why a Tissue Paper Scandal is a Forex Lesson
The latest audit report from the Commission on Audit (COA) reveals an alarming instance of gross procurement mismanagement within the Social Security System (SSS). State auditors flagged the SSS for purchasing 143,424 rolls of tissue paper valued at approximately P13.5 million ($230,000 USD) in a transaction criticized for showing signs of poor planning and overstocking.
Looming Fiscal Cliff: Why the Philippines' Budget Crisis Could Shake the PHP
The clock is ticking for the Philippine Congress to pass the proposed 2026 national budget. In an urgent statement, Malacañang Press Officer Claire Castro stressed the severe operational challenges and economic drawbacks that would result if the government is forced to run on a reenacted budget—a continuation of the previous year's spending plan.
From Red Tape to Real-Time Dashboards: The Philippines' Digital Leap to Clean Up Agriculture
The Philippines has long grappled with the challenge of ensuring public funds designated for vital sectors like agriculture and infrastructure are efficiently and honestly utilized.
The Reckoning: PBBM Vows Relentless Campaign Against "Shocking" Corruption
Speaking at the Malacañang media year-end fellowship, President Marcos Jr. adopted a firm stance against entrenched governance issues. He expressed personal shock over the recent revelations of irregularities and pledged to dismantle the system of "entitlement" and "abuse" that has plagued public service.
Philippine Agri Smuggling: A Trillion-Peso Threat to Food Security and the Peso
Philippine lawmakers are sounding a grave alarm over the pervasive and increasingly sophisticated nature of agricultural smuggling, labeling it a clear national security threat.
From Farm to Forex: How PH-Canada Agri Collab Brews Mutually Beneficial Growth
The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) recently emphasized the fortified partnership with Canada following a pivotal development meeting between DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and Canada’s Secretary of State for International Development, Randeep Sarai, in early November 2025. DA Secretary Tiu Laurel articulated the significance of this alliance, stating that Canada remains a "vital partner" in strengthening the agricultural sector.
The $17.56 Trillion Problem: How a Weak Peso Inflates the PHL's Debt Nightmare
The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) confirmed a concerning fiscal update for the Philippines: the National Government's (NG) outstanding debt reached $17.562 trillion as of end-October 2025. This figure not only sits just $1 billion short of the all-time peak recorded in July but also significantly overshoots the $17.36 trillion full-year debt program, signalling persistent fiscal strain amplified by external market forces.
From Remittance Engine to Nation-Builder: The CFO’s Strategic Pivot for the Filipino Diaspora
The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO), under the leadership of Secretary Dante Francis Ang II, is undertaking a major strategic shift, refocusing its core efforts from merely facilitating migration and remittance flows to actively cultivating the global Filipino diaspora as a powerful strategic national asset for nation-building.
Beyond the Scandals: Why Low Inflation Secures the Philippines' Investment Grade
In a candid assessment of the Philippines' economic standing, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian recently highlighted the country's stable inflation environment as the primary buffer against lingering governance challenges. His comments, delivered during a virtual press briefing, affirm the view that key macroeconomic indicators—especially price stability—are dictating the nation’s economic trajectory and maintaining its critical investment-grade standing among major credit rating agencies.
The Verdict of The Hague: ICC Appeals Chamber Upholds Duterte's Continued Detention
In a pivotal ruling delivered on Friday, the International Criminal Court (ICC) Appeals Chamber denied the request by former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to overturn an earlier decision and secure his interim release.
The Integrity Test: PBBM Vows "Airtight" Cases in Flood Control Corruption Probe
Malacañang has stepped forward to reassure the Filipino public that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is fully committed to delivering on his promise to dismantle corruption, specifically in the ongoing probe into multi-billion peso "ghost" and substandard flood control projects.
Diplomacy Meets Digitalization: PBBM and Zelenskyy Cement a Future-Proof Partnership
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently spoke to reaffirm their bilateral relationship and chart a course for expanded technical cooperation.
Charting the Course: Philippines Lays Groundwork for ASEAN 2026 Chairship
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretary-General Dr. Kao Kim Hourn at Malacañan Palace on Thursday to finalize preparatory work for the Philippines' assumption of the ASEAN Chairship in 2026.
DSWD Urges Stricter Juvenile Justice Enforcement to Rebuild Young Lives
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has issued a strong call for stricter adherence to the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (JJWA), also known as Republic Act 9344, emphasizing the importance of giving children in conflict with the law (CICL) a real chance to reform and reintegrate into society.
Marcos Pushes LGUs to Transparency: Lessons for Forex Traders on Accountability
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently urged local government units (LGUs) to double down on transparency and citizen participation, emphasizing that public trust grows when communities can clearly track how taxpayer-funded projects are implemented.
Power Up Pacific: The Philippines’ Bold Nuclear Ambition and the Economic Ripple Effect
Energy security is the bedrock of a thriving modern economy. In a significant development for Southeast Asia, the Philippines is taking decisive steps toward integrating nuclear power into its energy mix, receiving strong backing from the global nuclear watchdog.