BusinessMirror
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A Philippine news outlet covering business, politics, and local events with a focus on economic and governmental developments.
- 43 stories today
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- Top beat: Business
- Tracked since 2026
- 5 Philippines peers
Today’s stories
- Q1 external debt up on new borrowingsExternal debt rose slightly in Q1 2026 due to new borrowings but decreased from the previous quarter as investor sentiment cooled, with key indicators remaining sound.
- BusinessMirror named Newspaper of the Year in Rotary Club Pro Patria Journalism AwardsBusinessMirror was honored as Newspaper of the Year at the Rotary Club of Manila Journalism Awards, recognizing its long-standing commitment to quality journalism and digital innovations.
- INFLATION BITES: Financially resilient households plunge from 33% to 19%Inflation has reduced financially resilient Filipino households to 19% in 2026, with 95% blaming inflation for financial strain and 54% prioritizing daily expenses over long-term goals.
- Superyacht industry opens global career opportunities for FilipinosThe global superyacht industry is creating international career opportunities for Filipinos, with Cebu emerging as a key training hub. SAAP Corp. has trained over 2000 individuals in yacht-related programs, offering pathways in deck work, hospitality, engineering, and more.
- Viral video reveals tree-cutting for Salex project has resumedA viral video shows tree-cutting for the Salex project has resumed in Manila, prompting public condemnation and DENR investigation into potential environmental protocol violations.
- ‘PHL must fix FDI gap; invest in infrastructure, agriculture’The Philippines needs to address its FDI gap by investing in infrastructure and agriculture to achieve faster economic growth, according to economist Bernardo Villegas.
- PHL, Japan advance cooperation on GHG measurement, reportingThe Philippines and Japan are advancing cooperation on greenhouse gas measurement and reporting through a Letter of Intent, focusing on improving emissions data quality and corporate transparency.
- Senate leader pushes adopt-a-school schemeSenate leader Sherwin Gatchalian promotes the Adopt-A-School Act of 2025 to boost private sector involvement in public education, offering incentives for participation and prioritizing under-resourced local governments.
- Caap aligns aviation roadmap with global best practicesThe Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines is advancing its aviation development strategy by aligning with international standards through collaboration with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, focusing on infrastructure upgrades and operational efficiency to support economic growth.
- DA to have border inspection capabilityThe 2027 national budget may include funding for the Department of Agriculture's first border inspection sites and the Bureau of Customs' dedicated condemnation facility, as Senate Agriculture committee chairman Sen. Francis Pangilinan vowed to support these investments to improve regulatory enforcement and prevent diversion of seized goods.
- Teodoro on Chinese sanctions: They are acting true to formDefense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said China's sanctions against him are due to his criticism of China's actions, with China banning him and his family from entering Chinese territories and restricting business with them.
- Public approval for Gatchalian shown at Independence Day ritesPublic approval for Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian was demonstrated during Independence Day celebrations, with crowd reactions and institutional recognition supporting his leadership role.
- Development of Davao City’s new sanitary landfill ‘on track’The development of Davao City's new sanitary landfill is progressing with concrete pouring and geoliner installation, while the existing landfill complies with the suspension order.
- Fatalities in Mindanao quake reach 55 markThe death toll from a magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Mindanao has reached 55 with 1,120 injured and 31 missing as search and rescue operations continue. Senate officials provided aid to affected communities while over 3,800 aftershocks were recorded in the region.
- Freedom result of sacrifices of past heroes–BrawnerOn Independence Day, AFP and PNP leaders stressed the importance of honoring past sacrifices and upholding freedom through duty and service.