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Price Freeze Implemented in Metro Manila Amid State of Calamity — DTI

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced on Wednesday that a price freeze on basic necessities is now in effect across the National Capital Region

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DTI Proposes Delisting Evaporated Milk, Condensed Milk, Condiments, and More from SRP Bulletin

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is advocating the removal of several products from the suggested retail price (SRP) bulletin to streamline the list. In

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Pork Prices Remain “Available, Affordable, and Accessible,” Says DA Executive

Amid concerns about pork prices reaching P420 per kilo, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has reassured consumers that more affordable options are available and urged traders

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FTC Takes Legal Action Against Kroger-Albertsons Merger to Protect Consumers

In a significant move to safeguard consumer interests, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), supported by eight states, has initiated a lawsuit to obstruct the Kroger

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New York Enhances Transparency with Credit Card Surcharge Law

In a significant move towards bolstering consumer rights, New York has implemented a new regulation mandating businesses to explicitly disclose any additional charges incurred for credit

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DTI Contemplates Calamity-Only SRP Bulletins, Embracing a More Free-Market Approach

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is actively deliberating a significant shift in its policy regarding the issuance of Suggested Retail Price (SRP) bulletins. The

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Bakers Propose Price Adjustment for Pinoy Tasty and Pandesal Amid Rising Costs

In response to the escalating costs of baking ingredients, an association of commercial bakers is advocating for a price increase of P2 to P2.50 for Pinoy

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Australian Regulator Advocates for New Digital Competition Laws

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), Australia’s watchdog for fair competition, has raised the alarm about the need for new competition laws in response to

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Honda’s Major Vehicle Recall Over Seat Belt Issues

Honda, a global leader in the automotive industry, has announced a significant recall impacting more than 300,000 vehicles. The recall, filed with the National Highway Traffic

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Duterte Signs RA No. 11765 Protecting Consumers from Financial Fraudsters

President Rodrigo Duterte has officially signed RA No. 11765, a law expanding the scope of regulators in order to protect Filipino consumers from financial fraudsters and

Philippines Exits FATF ‘Grey List’ After Nearly Four Years

Davao Region Workers to Receive ₱29 Daily Wage Hike Starting March 7

Auto Shop Denies Importing, Storing POGO Bosses’ Luxury Cars

DOTr Chief Vince Dizon Halts Cashless Toll Collection Implementation

Philippines Exits FATF ‘Grey List’ After Nearly Four Years

Davao Region Workers to Receive ₱29 Daily Wage Hike Starting March 7

Auto Shop Denies Importing, Storing POGO Bosses’ Luxury Cars

DOTr Chief Vince Dizon Halts Cashless Toll Collection Implementation

Apple Unveils iPhone 16e, Bringing AI Features to a Lower Price Point

Apple Unveils First Custom Modem Chip, Moving Away from Qualcomm

Elon Musk Leads $97.4B Bid to Take Over OpenAI

North American Companies Brace for Fallout from Trump Tariffs

Philippines, Canada Begin Talks for Free Trade Agreement

Security Bank to Acquire 25% Stake in Home Credit Philippines for ₱11 Billion

Security Bank Successfully Raises $400 Million Through Senior Unsecured Notes for Expansion

South Korea Cracks Down on ‘Shrinkflation’ with New Fines for Food Suppliers

Injap Sia Pledges ₱10M to Encourage More Filipinos to Invest in PERA

State of the Nation in AI (SONAI) 2025: A United Vision for AI Advancement in the Philippines

SONAI 2025: Paving the Path for AI’s Future in the Philippines