“Dalifornication” is the kind of phrase that sticks because it captures a cultural mood as much as a place. The Economist’s recent description of young Chinese “Dalifornia dreamin’” has turned the ancient city of Dali…
When stocks lose traction, bonds stay on track
Investors navigating the Philippine market are behaving as if they are changing lanes on a busy highway: even as stocks slow to a crawl under the weight of a deepening flood-control scandal, traffic in government…
Protecting nature could boost Philippine economy, ADB report…
Protecting ecosystems like mangroves, wetlands, and coral reefs could unlock major economic gains for the Philippines and the wider Asia-Pacific region, according to a recent report from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The Asia-Pacific Climate…
Why ACFTA 3.0 is the Philippines’ next big…
While much of the world leans toward protectionism, Asia is quietly redrawing its trade map. The newly signed ASEAN-China Free Trade Area 3.0 Upgrade Protocol—sealed in Kuala Lumpur on October 28—signals how the region plans…
IMF sees slower Phl growth, room for rate…
The Philippine economy is projected to grow by 5.5% in 2025 and 5.8% in 2026, as global uncertainty, weaker demand from major economies, and subdued private investment weigh on prospects, the International Monetary Fund (IMF)…
5.4% growth in Q1 2025: Philippine economy on…
The Philippine economy started 2025 with a robust 5.4% year-on-year growth in the first quarter, a clear sign of resilience despite ongoing global uncertainties. While this marks a solid performance, it fell short of the…