Businesses Face Rough Roads Ahead: Challenges after Christmas Profits Fade
The Christmas season remains the most important period of the year for many Philippine businesses. It is a time when consumer spending accelerates, remittances from overseas Filipinos increase household purchasing power, retailers experience stronger sales, and many industries receive a temporary boost from holiday demand. However, behind the festive atmosphere, business leaders are becoming increasingly […]
Filipino Farms’ Harvest Output at its Weakest Since 1991
The Philippine agricultural sector has long served as both an economic pillar and a social safety net, supporting millions of livelihoods while underpinning the country’s food security. Though, latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) paint a troubling picture. In the third quarter of 2026, the value of Philippine agriculture and fisheries production contracted […]