PH manufacturing output gains in Q1

The Philippine manufacturing sector’s output recorded strong growth in the first quarter of the year despite the slow pace it posted in March 2016,…

PH urged to tap fresh markets as March exports sag 15.1%

The Philippines needs to look at non-traditional export destinations and products to widen its market base as the weak global economy continues to pull…

PH Feb exports shrink 4.5% but electronics sales remain in the black

The global economic slowdown continued to put a strain on Philippine merchandise exports, which declined 4.5% in February 2016, according to the National Economic…

Elections, local demand to fuel PH factory output

The Philippine manufacturing sector continued its growth in February 2016, reflecting increased production of furniture, food products, and rubber, as the sector appears on…

Esguerra named acting NEDA chief, socioeconomic planning secretary

Dr Emmanuel F. Esguerra, deputy director general of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), has been officially appointed by President Benigno Aquino III…