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Fight vs inflation far from over – BSP

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Eli Remolona said it is too soon to declare victory in the fight against inflation, signaling a higher-for-longer rate environment, as inflationary risks continue to cloud the outlook......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

BSP: February inflation expected to settle within gov t target

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas expects that the inflation rate for February 2024 in the country will fall within the range of 2.8% to 3.6%......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

BPI sees stronger credit growth

Bank of the Philippine Islands expects a robust growth in credit this year amid the country’s economic expansion and the planned interest rate cuts by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

Think tank sees likelihood of BSP rate cuts starting Q2

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is expected to start cutting interest rates in the second quarter following the economic growth posted last year, according to UK-based think tank Pantheon Macroeconomics......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

BSP chief: GDP grew at faster pace in Q4

Philippine economic growth picked up further in the final quarter of last year despite the aggressive rate hikes delivered by the central bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Eli Remolona Jr. said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

Banks expect higher consumer, corporate loan demand in Q1

Despite the higher for longer interest rate scenario, Philippine banks still expect a stronger loan demand from companies and households in the first quarter of the year, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

BSP seen to start rate cuts in August

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas could start slashing interest rates in August this year until the first quarter of 2025 after keeping key rates elevated for a longer period of time, Nomura Global Markets Research said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

BSP rate cuts seen in lockstep with US Fed

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is expected to move in lockstep with the US Federal Reserve as it pivots to an easing cycle after emerging as the most aggressive central bank in the region......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 10th, 2024

Inflation likely to continue downtrend – Global Source

Inflation in the country is likely to continue to slow down, but the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is expected to keep the interest rate higher for longer, according to GlobalSource Partners......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 10th, 2024

Remittances soar to P33.5 billion in 2023 – BSP

MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos abroad sent a record amount of money back home in 2023 as remittances hit $33.5 billion, boosted by a stronger peso. This increase in the value of remittances helped households cope with high inflation. According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), cash remittances through banks totaled $33.5 billion, marking a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Dollar remittances hit record high

The strong finish in December due to the holiday season boosted dollars sent home by Filipinos abroad to reach an all-time high of $37.2 billion in 2023, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 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

Consumers express mixed reactions on slight power rate increase

Consumers of Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. have expressed mixed reactions to a slight increase in the overall power rate starting January 2024. The increase is attributed to higher market prices affecting the generation rate. Noriza Mabanding, a virtual assistant, noted the impact on her energy usage and the need to schedule appliance usage to save energy. Jenalyn Manguiob, a small business owner, expressed dissatisfaction with the increase's effect on her business but acknowledged the global market's influence and the importance of conserving energy. The increase amounts to P0.0774 per kWh, resulting in a minor increase in electricity bills for residential customers......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Abby Clutario, Keiko Necesario take center stage at One Stop Record Fair

Music lovers, audiophiles and record collectors had a feast of their favorite things during the most recent edition of “One Stop Record Fair” held at the Activity Area of Ayala Malls The 30th in Pasig City......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

BSP keeps policy rates anew

By Joann Santiago MANILA, Dec. 17 (PNA) — Philippine monetary officials on Thursday maintained the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) key rates after noting that inflation dynamics and risks to the outlook........»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinestodaRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Philippines central bank keeps key interest rates unchanged

MANILA, April 8 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine central bank opted Monday to keep the bank's target reverse repurchase rate at 6.5 percent, and the interest rates on the overnight deposit and lending facilities at 6 percent and 7 percent respectively. In a press conference, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona said the latest inflation path has shifted slightly higher but still remains within targe.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Hot weather in Cebu to continue despite low pressure disturbance

Hot weather in Cebu to continue despite low pressure disturbance.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Serial blunders & low on dough

The National Food Authority or NFA may have enough money to cover pre-funded expenses, but an insider claims they don’t have enough cash to cover salaries and operating expenses. They are, figuratively speaking, low on “dough.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Serial blunders & low on dough

The National Food Authority or NFA may have enough money to cover pre-funded expenses, but an insider claims they don’t have enough cash to cover salaries and operating expenses. They are, figuratively speaking, low on “dough.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Serial blunders & low on dough

The National Food Authority or NFA may have enough money to cover pre-funded expenses, but an insider claims they don’t have enough cash to cover salaries and operating expenses. They are, figuratively speaking, low on “dough.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024