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Philippines inflation rate slows to 2.8 pct in January

MANILA, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) -- Year-on-year inflation in the Philippines further eased to 2.8 percent in January from 3.9 percent in December 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said on Tuesday. PSA head Dennis Mapa told a press conference that the January inflation rate is the lowest since the 2.3 percent inflation rate was recorded in October 2020. In January 2023, inflation rate was 8.7 percent.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

Excise tax collection declines to P292 billion

Lower consumption of ‘sin’ products as prices of essential goods increased last year resulted in the drop of excise tax collections by the government, further exacerbated by the still rampant illicit trade......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Excise tax on single-use plastics to yield P34 billion

The move to slap excise taxes on single-use plastics is seen generating P34 billion for the government and curbing the increasing mismanagement that contributes to overall pollution......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Fuel-saving tips: How to save on fuel costs

CEBU CITY, Philippines—In an era of rising fuel prices and environmental concerns, saving money on fuel is not only beneficial for your wallet but also for the planet.  Whether you’re driving a gas-guzzler or an eco-friendly hybrid around the busy streets of Cebu, there are plenty of strategies you can employ to stretch your fuel.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

BIR eyes P325 billion from excise taxes

The Bureau of Internal Revenue targets to collect higher excise taxes of up to P325 billion this year as the government moves to improve the regulatory environment and address the still rampant illicit trade......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

Cebu Province inflation rate soared in March 2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Province inflation rate rose in March as Cebuanos continue to grapple with rising prices of goods and commodities, the latest inflation report by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Cebu showed. On Wednesday, April 17, PSA Cebu Chief Statistical Specialist Melchor Bautista presented the inflation report in Cebu Province for March.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Cebu’s inflation rate rose in Feb compared to January

CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES – Cebu’s inflation rate rose slightly in February compared to lJanuary as prices have gone up in most parts of the province including the tri-cities of Cebu, Lapu-Lapu, and Mandaue. This was after the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Cebu Province announced the current inflation rate of Cebu including the Highly Urbanized Cities.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023

The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Recto bats for tax, tariff relief for hybrids

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is in favor of granting reduced excise tax and preferential tariff to hybrid vehicles......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

DOF limits tax-exempt status for pickup trucks

The Department of Finance is pushing for only one kind of pickup truck to remain tax-exempt as it insists on the removal of special excise treatment on all other types......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Prices

To most Filipinos, their No. 1 problem is prices – high prices. Of nearly everything. The rate of increase in prices is inflation. Most people don’t understand what inflation means. But they know when prices are high, or are exceedingly high......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Tax Notes: BIR clarifies tax treatment of interest on borrowings

Tax Notes: BIR clarifies tax treatment of interest on borrowings.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

Tax Notes: Online sellers subject to 1% expanded withholding tax

Tax Notes: Online sellers subject to 1% expanded withholding tax.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

SBP credits Ginebra for properly handling Brownlee situation

Barangay Ginebra's decision to shelve Justin Brownlee in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup is a “big thing,” as the beloved import is now eligible to play for Gilas Pilipinas once again, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Fuel prices rise by 50¢ per liter amid Russia export ban

MANILA, Philippines —Fuel pump prices will increase by P0.50 per liter starting Tuesday, March 5, due to Russia’s six-month export ban. However, diesel prices will decrease by P0.40 per liter and kerosene by P0.35 per liter, as reported by local oil firms. Shell and Seaoil will implement the price adjustments by 6 a.m. while CleanFuel.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

P2.5B swak sa fuel subsidy ng mga tsuper

May nakalaang P2.5 bilyon para sa fuel subsidy ng mga PUV driver ngayon taon, ayon kay Makati City Rep. Luis Campos Jr. The post P2.5B swak sa fuel subsidy ng mga tsuper first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

Fuel price cut expected this week

Fuel prices are expected to decrease slightly again following a minimal downward price adjustment previously, according to industry sources. In an advisory over the weekend, Unioil said the price of diesel might go down by 20 to 30 centavos per liter and gasoline by 30 to 50 centavos per liter. ALSO READ: Fuel prices rise.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Fuel prices as of Jan. 30: Gasoline up by P2.80, diesel by P1.30 

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Local oil companies here have announced ta significant increase in the prices of fuel effective Tuesday, January 30, 2024. As a result, motorists in Cebu City will be facing a hefty increase in the prices of fuel products on the first week of February. This marks the fourth consecutive week of.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Mandaue City logs highest inflation rate

Mandaue City logs highest inflation rate.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Mandaue labing taas og inflation rate sa HUCs

Mandaue labing taas og inflation rate sa HUCs.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024