Philippines

The country’s foreign reserves falls to US$99.5 billion in September, the lowest level since September 2023

Supreme Court ruling compels the government to reassess congressional spending power

Inflows are slipping as regional rivals draw tech projects, putting pressure on Manila

The move is BSP’s fourth straight increase; it lifts 2027 inflation forecast to 6% from 5.4% on oil and El Nino risks

Shares end 1.67% above the offer price in South-east Asia’s largest initial public offering of 2026, but early enthusiasm cools

A wave of chefs is turning the Philippine capital into one of the region’s most promising culinary destinations

Proposals from KKR and Barito Renewables reveal a valuation gap as the group prioritises renewable growth

This will lift the country’s bourse, where funds raised in 2026 fell 71% on the year as at Sep 29

The European bloc is doubling down on its focus on South-east Asia amid geopolitical turmoil