The Philippines’ progress in reducing poverty is prompting calls for a stronger focus on the industries and investments that can create stable sources of income for Filipino households. Read more »
The Philippines recorded a sharp reduction in poverty as 8.8 million citizens moved above the official poverty line between 2021 and 2025, bringing national poverty incidence down from 18.1% to 9.7%. Read more »
Fuel price hikes keep triggering transport strikes in the Philippines, but the real problem runs deeper. Here's why the cycle keeps repeating. Read more »
From food prices and farming to water supply, education, and local economies, climate shocks are already reshaping everyday life in the Philippines. Read more »
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s approval and trust ratings declined in the latest Pulse Asia survey, while Vice President Sara Duterte maintained majority public support, as Filipinos continued to cite inflation and other economic issues as the country's most pressing concerns. Read more »
Financial literacy remains a key focus of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) as it seeks to help more Filipinos make informed decisions about managing their money. Read more »
