The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has lifted the cap on survivorship pensions, allowing widows and widowers of government employees to claim higher benefits without restriction. Read more »
The Social Security System (SSS) has launched its first-ever multi-year pension increase, marking a historic milestone in its 68-year history. Read more »
According to recent reports, the combination of lower energy demand and increased hydropower generation has led to a noticeable dip in wholesale electricity prices. Read more »
Even after Tropical Storm Crising and days of heavy rain brought by the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), a farmers’ group has reassured the public: don’t expect an increase in the prices of agricultural goods anytime soon. Read more »
Despite a slight decline, inflation remains the most urgent national concern for Filipinos, with 62% of respondents in Pulse Asia’s June 2025 Ulat ng Bayan survey citing it as their top worry. Read more »
The Philippine labor market continued to show signs of resilience as unemployment dipped in May 2025, with more Filipinos finding jobs across key sectors and subsectors. Read more »
