Finance Secretary Ralph Recto says the government continues to implement a whole-of-government approach to maintain price stability and ensure the availability of affordable food in the local market, as well as address potential non-food inflation drivers. DOF PHOTO

Gov’t to ensure inflation slowdown is felt by Filipino households – DOF

DEPARTMENT of Finance (DOF) Secretary Ralph Recto said the government will ensure that the slowdown in inflation will be felt by all Filipinos. “Kahit pa...
November 2024 inflation rate fell within the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ forecast range of 2.2% to 3%, citing increased prices of vegetables, fish, and meat due to unfavorable weather conditions, among others. PHOTO COURTESY OF GMA INTEGRATED NEWS

Lower inflation boosts local shares, peso

THE further easing of inflation has boosted trading in the local bourse while also strengthening the domestic currency against the US dollar. The Philippine Stock...

Bong Go maintains lead in latest Arkipelago Analytics Survey, Tulfo and Dela Rosa close...

Bong Go remains the frontrunner in the highly competitive senatorial race, according to the latest nationwide survey conducted by Arkipelago Analytics. The survey, conducted...

LAPID: PANATILIHIN ANG ICONIC TRADITIONAL JEEPNEY

IGINIIT ni reelectionist Sen. Lito Lapid na dapat mapanatili ang iconic traditional jeepney sa modernisasyon ng public utility vehicles. “Kaya naman natin na gawing modernize...
The slower inflation in April this year was mainly due to slower increases in the prices of food, as well as the decreases in fuel prices, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority. PN PHOTO

Inflation further slows in April to 1.4 percent

INFLATION further slowed in April to 1.4 percent, the Philippine Statistics Authority said yesterday. The April clip was slower than the 1.8 percent rate in...
Department of Trade and Industry Undersecretary Mary Jean Pacheco visits Guimaras on May 1, 2025 as part of a joint initiative to enhance the province’s mango supply chain. DTI-GUIMARAS PHOTO

DTI undersecretary visits Guimaras to strengthen mango logistics, supply chain

GUIMARAS – In a move to enhance logistics efficiency and improve the overall mango supply chain, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Undersecretary Mary...
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) clarifies that it is not connected to, and has no dealings with, UNA Financing Corporation that fraudulently use the BSP’s name and logo, and the names of its employees and officers. PNA FILE PHOTO

BSP warns public vs entity misusing agency name

THE Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reminded the public to verify information they receive from entities and individuals claiming to be connected with the...

71st Philsutech confab slated August 11-15

THE Philippine Sugar Technologists Association (Philsutech) will hold its 71st Annual National Convention this coming August 11 to 15 at the Waterfront Hotel in...
Watsons makes sustainable shopping easier at BGC Greener Stores with a curated selection of Sustainable Choices products—featuring Clean Beauty, Better Ingredients, Refill Packs, and Better Packaging.

Watsons Launches Four Greener Stores in BGC, Continues to Set a New Standard for...

Leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons is transforming its four branches in Bonifacio Global City into Watsons Greener Stores, reaffirming its commitment to...
The Asian Development Bank says it will invest in improving soil quality to help protect agricultural produce from the effects of climate change and pollution. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

ADB allots $26 billion more to boost food security in Asia

THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it is spending an additional $26 billion to boost food security and nutrition in Asia and the Pacific....