Philippines economy

The new president will take the reins at a time of high inflation and monetary tightening in the global financial system.

Inflation and rising commodity prices have assisted some countries' recovery, while holding back others.

The move is an attempt to balance the interests of Filipino farmers and consumers.

Farmesa is one of the rare South American companies with a presence in Southeast Asia. What drove the firm to cross the Pacific Ocean and what hurdles did it face?

The Philippines has long led its Southeast Asian neighbors in the privatization of public services.

The Duterte government is going to try to spend its way out of any lingering economic headwinds from the pandemic, and it is not afraid to run deficits to do so.

While trade is important as countries seek to bounce back from COVID-19, you need to poke a little deeper to get a full picture of the current account.

The World Bank slashed its growth projection for this year, indicating an economic recovery may take longer than expected.

In addition to supporting healthcare and low-income households, Manila has focused on propping up its agricultural sector, which employs nearly a quarter of Filipinos.

An improved digital economy would aid social distancing measures and help promote the country’s long-term economic growth.

A new World Bank report predicts sharp economic contractions that could produce a wave of "new COVID poor."

6 jeepney drivers were arrested last week and subsequently released on bail for protesting lost wages during the coronavirus lockdown.