The Philippine economy is expected to grow between five and six percent in 2026, the Department of Finance (DOF) said, slightly lower than earlier projections. Read more »
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is targeting P3.1-trillion in tax collections for 2025 as part of the government’s revenue plan, according to newly-appointed Commissioner Charlito Mendoza. Read more »
BSP data showed that OFW cash remittances reached $3.12 billion in September from $3.01 billion in the same month last year. This brought the nine-month total to $26.03 billion: a 3.2 percent increase from $25.23 billion in the same period of 2024. Read more »
Google Pay is now officially available in the Philippines, enabling users to make fast, contactless payments with NFC-enabled Android smartphones. Read more »
Marikina City welcomed the 2025 Christmas Shoe Bazaar on Monday, providing a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to shop for high-quality yet affordable shoes, bags, and leather goods just in time for the holidays. Read more »
Quezon City has been honored as a Hall of Fame awardee by the DOF-BLGF for consistently ranking first in Locally Sourced Revenues among all cities in the Philippines from 2020 to 2024. Read more »
