Economy
DA eyes bigger ube exports as global demand surges
Oct 14, 2026

DA eyes bigger ube exports as global demand surges

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is ramping up purple yam (ube) production in Cagayan Valley to unlock more export opportunities amid surging global demand. Through its regiona...

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PCA taps sustainability group to boost coconut farming
Oct 14, 2026

PCA taps sustainability group to boost coconut farming

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) has partnered with the Sustainable Coconut Partnership (SCP) to improve coconut farming in Davao and the Bicol Region. Both parties signed ...

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PH growth seen lagging Asian peers, IMF says
Oct 14, 2026

PH growth seen lagging Asian peers, IMF says

MANILA, Philippines — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said the Philippines will likely lag behind most of its emerging and developing Asian peers this year as policymakers struggle to control in...

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DEPDev rolls out 6-year provincial planning framework
Oct 14, 2026

DEPDev rolls out 6-year provincial planning framework

MANILA, Philippines — Provincial governments will adopt six-year development plans under a new framework rolled out by the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) to align local deve...

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Study: AI boom gives PH chance to catch up in chip race
Oct 14, 2026

Study: AI boom gives PH chance to catch up in chip race

MANILA, Philippines — The global boom in artificial intelligence (AI) could give the Philippines a chance to narrow its gap with faster-growing Asian semiconductor exporters, as rising demand for adva...

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PH FDI net inflows hit 6-month high $689M in July
Oct 14, 2026

PH FDI net inflows hit 6-month high $689M in July

MANILA, Philippines — Net foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to the Philippines rose to a six-month high in July, though investor sentiment remained subdued amid economic uncertainties at home an...

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PH dollar deficit seen narrowing as exports gain
Oct 14, 2026

PH dollar deficit seen narrowing as exports gain

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is expected to post narrower dollar deficits this year and in 2027 than previously forecast, as stronger exports fueled by the global artificial intelligence boom...

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NTC says draft rules won’t disrupt used phone market
Oct 14, 2026

NTC says draft rules won’t disrupt used phone market

MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos will still be allowed to buy and sell their personal used mobile devices without securing government permits under proposed regulations covering the commercial trade of...

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SEC warns public against Maharlika Play offer
Oct 14, 2026

SEC warns public against Maharlika Play offer

MANILA, Philippines — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against investing in Maharlika Play, an unregistered platform offering returns of up to 333 percent in 45 days ...

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Are buybacks always good for shareholders?
Oct 14, 2026

Are buybacks always good for shareholders?

MANILA, Philippines — Stock buybacks have become more visible at the Philippine Stock Exchange in recent months as share prices have weakened. When companies announce buybacks, one common reason they ...

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