Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: PH economy posts 5.6% GDP growth in 2024; UN projects faster PH GDP growth in 2025, 2026 Industry Insights: IT-BPM revenues reach $38 billion in 2024; DOE expects additional 6,841 MW of power in 2025 Deals Spotlight: Maynilad hires banks for $500+ million IPO; KKR hires Goldman […]
Inside the Philippines: January 2025
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: DOF reports all-time high non-tax revenue; PH Investments surpass 2024 target Industry Insights: Philippines extends foreign land leases to 99 years; BOI green lane projects reach PHP4.5T Deal Spotlight: GoTyme stakeholder raises U$250M; Growtheum Capital invests US$121M in Mets Logistics Macro Movements: DOF reports all-time high non-tax […]
Inside the Philippines: December 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: BSP may hold rates at 6%; Philippine internet economy growth tops SEA Region in Focus: CREATE MORE signed into law Industry Insights: World’s largest solar battery facility breaks ground in the Philippines Amro expects the Philippines to be SEA’s second-fastest growing economy in 2024 and 2025 amid […]
Inside the Philippines: November 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: Philippine economy ranks 2nd fastest in SE Asia, strengthening amid economic reforms Startup Watch: Philippine fintech startups secure major funding to drive innovation in underserved markets Deals Spotlight: Mitsubishi boosts GCash IPO prospects; Phinma Education expands with KKR investment Amro expects the Philippines to be SEA’s second-fastest […]
Inside the Philippines: October 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: World Bank projects 5.9% GDP growth for PHL; US Federal Reserve cuts rates by 50 bps Business Movements: Bicam approves CREATE MORE bill; Japanese firms keen on further expansion in PHL Deals Spotlight: ALI raises P2.72 billion from block sale; KKR, GIC hire banks to sell 80% […]
Inside the Philippines: September 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: Moody’s affirms Philippines’ Baa2 rating; S&P maintains 5.8% Philippines Industry Insights: Malampaya invests US$180M in expansion; SBMA plans five projects worth P41.4B Deal Spotlight: Local startups on Forbes Asia’s “100 to Watch” list; KKR begins sale of stake in Metro Pacific Hospital Holdings Macro Movements: Moody’s affirms […]
Inside the Philippines: August 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: Philippine economy to lead ASEAN in growth Business Movements: Marcos declares POGO ban effective immediately; Clark attracts expansion from global firms Industry Insights: Digital payments now dominating the Philippine retail sector Deal Spotlight: Philippine casino firm reported to raise USD 200 million; ZUS Coffee to gain PHP […]
Inside the Philippines: July 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: S&P Global ranks PHL as second-fastest growing economy in Asia; IMF expects easing inflation Region in Focus: CIAC to develop national food hub; BCDA announces plans for the Clark Integrated Public Transport Deals Spotlight: DALI secures $8.4mn investment commitment from DEG; CREC successfully completes IPO Macro Movements: […]
Inside the Philippines: June 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: Philippines expected to grow by 5.9% in 2024; Inflation picks-up at 3.9% in May 2024 Industry Insights: North-South Commuter Rail operational by 2026; Samar BioSPV leads largest reforestation effort Deals Spotlight: Ayala Crops exits Manila Water for P 14.5 billion; Lhoopa secures USD 12.5 million in Series […]
Inside the Philippines: May 2024
Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: Monetary Organizations and Credit Authorities reaffirm positive GDP growth outlooks for the PH Investment Impacts: Sustainable Growth Driven by Green Lanes for Strategic Investments Policy & Green Investments Industry Insights: The Digital Economy contributed 8.4% to GDP growth, with sustained growth from E-commerce Market Movers: Growth indicated […]