DTI Kicks Off ₱1 Billion Loan Fund for Young Filipino Entrepreneurs
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has launched a ₱1‑billion Youth Enterprise Fund (YEF) offering collateral‑free loans of up to ₱500,000 for Filipinos aged 18 to 30, aiming to empower young entrepreneurs and expand financial inclusion. DTI Empowering Youth Entrepreneurs Trade Secretary Cristina Roque states that the program aims to provide young entrepreneurs with accessible financing to start or expand businesses. […]
Record-High Car Sales Drives New Momentum for PH Auto Market
June 2026 was a milestone month for the Philippine automotive industry. Data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) revealed that total vehicle sales hit 37,231 units, the highest monthly total of the year and an 11% increase from May. Including industry estimates, the broader market moved […]