How Global Watchdogs and the Philippines Strengthens Its Fight Against Dirty Money
The fight against financial crime has shifted toward public-private partnerships (PPPs).
Filipino families pull back on spending while staying optimistic
Study found that Filipino households are trimming spending as higher living costs squeeze budgets, yet many remain optimistic about their financial futures.
Free Transfers and Lower Costs: The Growing List of Banks and E‑Wallets Waiving InstaPay and PESONet Fees
In the past year, more banks and e‑wallet providers have announced reductions or outright waivers of fees for electronic fund transfers through InstaPay and PESONet.
Cash Clones, Big Consequences
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) issued a strong reminder to the public: photocopying or reproducing Philippine banknotes is strictly prohibited.
When Growth Slows: What the ADB and IMF Downgrades Mean for the Philippines
Multilateral lenders have trimmed their growth outlook for the Philippines, citing higher energy and food prices, tighter global financial conditions, and softer domestic momentum. The Asian Development Bank and the International Monetary Fund adjusted their forecasts to reflect these risks. Those revisions matter for jobs, prices, public projects, and the everyday choices families and businesses […]
Coffee + QR is the New Normal
Global coffee markets remain unsteady, with Arabica prices swinging by double digits in recent weeks and price cuts not seen to decline in the near future. For the Philippines, where café culture is booming and coffee consumption is rising, this volatility hints undertones for both consumers and businesses, linking global supply shocks to local spending habits. Beans are Getting More and More […]