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BSP keeps rates on hold as expected

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas hit the pause button for the fifth straight policy meeting as it kept the benchmark interest rates steady yesterday, but it may start cutting borrowing costs as early as August if a sustained downtrend in inflation becomes fully evident......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

BSP to be more cautious on lowering rates – S& P

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, along with other emerging market central banks, would be more cautious about cutting borrowing costs this year amid external risks, according to S&P Global Ratings......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Government tackling high construction costs

The Government is focused on reducing sky-high construction costs to make it more affordable to build a home, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says. Stats NZ data shows the cost of building a house has increased by 41 per cent since 2019, making housing even more unaffordable for Kiwi families."Further analysis shows building costs are consistently higher.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Fed Chief Powells Remarks on March Rate Cut Unlikely to Cause Stock Tumble: The Daily Guardians Guide to Navigating the Market

Title: Market Rebounds After Fed Chief’s Comments, Tech Stocks Experience Declines Subtitle: Investors Advised to Be Cautious Amidst Volatility Date: [Insert Date] Author: [Your Name].....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

T-bill rates ease ahead of Fed meet

Rates for the government’s short-term securities eased for the second straight week ahead of the monetary policy decision of the US Federal Reserve......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

March inflation may pick up amid high food prices

Inflation likely accelerated for the second straight month in March, mainly driven by high rice prices, prompting the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to keep borrowing costs unchanged at its next policy review in April, analysts said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

T-bill rates up across the board

The government has cut its two consecutive weeks of increased borrowing from local investors, returning within the regular program for short-term debts as rates went up across the board......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Moody’s outlook: Philippine banks remain on stable footing

Moody’s Investors Service has maintained a stable outlook for Philippine banks as interest rate cuts from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas this year are seen to support economic recovery......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Banking 101: Unmasking Financial Lingo

Hey friends, ever get stuck in a conversation where financial terms sound like a different language? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! Let’s break down some everyday bank talk in a way that won’t leave you scratching your head. Interest Rates First off, “Interest Rates” – it’s the cost of borrowing money or the high-five […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

LT Group optimistic on outlook

LT Group Inc. (LTG) of taipan Lucio Tan is keeping a bullish outlook despite expecting some macroeconomic headwinds this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Surge in consumer spending seen this year

Consumer spending in the Philippines is expected to surge this year due to easing inflationary pressures, healthy employment conditions and lower borrowing costs, according to BMI Country Risk & Industry Research......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 9th, 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

Philippine central bank keeps interest rates unchanged

MANILA, Feb. 15 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine central bank opted Thursday to keep the bank's target reverse repurchase rate unchanged at 6.5 percent, and thus the interest rates on the overnight deposit and lending facilities were kept at 6 percent and 7 percent, respectively. In a statement, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said the Monetary Board noted that the inflation outlook "was broadly unchanged.".....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Philippine central bank keeps interest rates unchanged

MANILA, Feb. 15 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine central bank opted Thursday to keep the bank's target reverse repurchase rate unchanged at 6.5 percent, and thus the interest rates on the overnight deposit and lending facilities were kept at 6 percent and 7 percent, respectively. In a statement, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said the Monetary Board noted that the inflation outlook "was broadly unchanged.".....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Foreign investment pledges plummet in Q1

Investment pledges from foreign firms approved by investment promotion agencies plunged by nearly 64 percent from January to March compared to last year’s level amid a stubbornly high inflation and steep borrowing costs......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Moody’s: BSP rate cut could start in August

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas could cut borrowing costs by 25 basis points as early as August, and another 25 bps in the fourth quarter, if inflation and the peso stabilize in the second half of the year, Moody’s Analytics said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Approved construction permits down by 5.5 percent in February

Approved building permits declined 5.5 percent in February from a year ago as fewer residential projects were started amid high borrowing costs......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Capitol boosts Sampaguita industry in Floridablanca

Capitol boosts Sampaguita industry in Floridablanca.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 17th, 2024

BOI boosts PH’s role as green metals hub

BOI boosts PH’s role as green metals hub.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

PRO-Western Visayas boosts safety with P2.6M investment in whistles, raincoats

PRO-Western Visayas boosts safety with P2.6M investment in whistles, raincoats.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024