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Government reverts to P6.3 billion budget surplus in October
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 28, 2024 - 12:00am
The Marcos administration snapped six consecutive months of budget deficit after it recorded a surplus of P6.3 billion in October as revenue collections outpaced spending.
Government to revisit economic targets
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 27, 2024 - 12:00am
The government is poised to revisit its macroeconomic assumptions for the medium-term in light of the global economic impact of Donald Trump’s re-election as US president and the peso’s depreciation against...
HelloMoney targets bigger share of e-wallet market
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 27, 2024 - 12:00am
Asia United Bank (AUB) is aggressively working to expand the market share of its HelloMoney e-wallet, aiming to better serve the financial needs of unbanked and underserved Filipinos through continuous innovation...
Sukuk bond issuance eyed in 2025
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 27, 2024 - 12:00am
Building on the success of its previous issuance in December 2023, the Philippine government plans to issue another Sukuk bond in 2025 as part of efforts to develop the Islamic finance market and attract Shariah-compliant...
Stocks drop on weakening peso
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 27, 2024 - 12:00am
The continuing weakness of the peso against the dollar pulled down share prices yesterday. 
Philippines credit outlook upgraded to positive
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 27, 2024 - 12:00am
S&P Global Ratings has raised the Philippines’ credit rating outlook to positive from stable, increasing the possibility of an upgrade in the next 12 to 24 months.
Maharlika organizational structure completed next year
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 26, 2024 - 12:00am
The Governance Commission for Government-Owned or Controlled Corporations (GCG) is eyeing the completion of the organizational structure of state-run Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) by early next year.
Peso volatility won’t alter 2025 borrowing program — BTr
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 26, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippine government’s borrowing strategy remains unaffected by the peso’s volatility, with the planned 80-20 borrowing mix between domestic and external sources holding steady for 2025.
Philippines, Sweden sign MOU on financial, development cooperation
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 26, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sweden, which would boost the country’s access to Swedish financing for development initiatives.
Philippines inclusion in JP Morgan index under review
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 26, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines remains under consideration for inclusion in the JP Morgan Government Bond Index for Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), but the process may take longer due to extensive review, National Treasurer Sharon Almanza...
Philippines takes helm at $1.3 trillion Asean social security fund
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 26, 2024 - 12:00am
The ASEAN Social Security Association (ASSA) has reported $1.3 trillion in collective assets under management as its leadership will formally be transferred to the Philippines.
Landbank lending program gives boost to agriculture value chain
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 25, 2024 - 12:00am
State-run Land Bank of the Philippines, together with its partners, has launched a lending program to strengthen support for the agriculture sector,
BSP to allow pawnshops to expand into other activities
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 25, 2024 - 12:00am
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is looking to amend the regulations governing pawnshops and expand allowable corollary activities as part of its efforts to boost financial inclusion.
Government ramps up infrastructure spending in September
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 25, 2024 - 12:00am
The government ramped up its infrastructure spending by nearly 17 percent in September amid higher disbursements for road projects, the Department of Budget and Management said.
Fintech Salmon to apply for thrift bank license
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 24, 2024 - 12:00am
Rural Bank Sta. Rosa Laguna Inc. is looking to transition into a thrift bank as part of its growth strategy, with its parent company Salmon Group eyeing to start its application by end-2025.
Tesla partners with RCBC for financing
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 24, 2024 - 12:00am
Yuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. has been named as one of Tesla’s preferred financing partners in the Philippines, powering the carmaker’s drive toward sustainable mobility.
Pru Life UK takes lead in annualized premiums
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 24, 2024 - 12:00am
Pru Life UK led the insurance industry in terms of new business annualized premium equivalent in the third quarter.
PDIC, Indonesian counterpart renew partnership
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 24, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. and the Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corp. have signed an agreement to renew cross-border collaboration.
Visa launches program to help MSMEs in Baguio
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 23, 2024 - 12:00am
Global payments platform Visa has partnered with Thames International and the City Government of Baguio to boost the digitalization of micro, small and medium enterprises as well as promote tourism growth.
DOF in talks with JP Morgan to boost Philippines capital market
by Keisha Ta-Asan - November 23, 2024 - 12:00am
The Department of Finance held a high-level meeting with JP Morgan officials recently to discuss areas of collaboration that can strengthen the Philippine capital market, including the potential inclusion of government-issued...
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