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 […]

Inside the Philippines: April 2024

Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: BSP to hold policy rates steady; Philippine credit given investment-grade rating Region in Focus: President urged to declare a state of calamity in Metro Manila Industry Insights: IT-BPM industry expected to deliver strong growth in the coming years Deal Spotlight: Power generation incumbents form a joint venture; […]

Inside the Philippines: March 2024

Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: Moody’s Analytics increases Philippines growth forecasts; World Bank predicts stable inflation Industry Insights: STT GDC Philippines expands data center capacity to 150 MW, a strategic milestone for the sector Investment Updates: IFC targets $400 to $500 investment in Philippines’ opportunity-rich landscape Deal Spotlight: AEV and CCEP acquire […]

Inside the Philippines: February 2024

Here’s what you need to know: Macro Movements: Sustained Philippine economic growth and potential interest rate reduction in 2024 Region in Focus: Clark as an emerging hub in Asia for global logistics companies Industry Insight: Growing attractiveness of the Philippines for renewable energy investments Deal Spotlight: Six IPOs seen in the PSE for 2024 Macro […]