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September inflation could hit 7.4% as food, fuel, and peso pressures build
The BSP expects September 2026 inflation to reach 6.4% to 7.4%, with weather-related food prices, fuel costs, and a weaker peso adding pressure.
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Businesses are borrowing more as bank lending grows 11%
Philippine bank lending grew 11.0% in August, with stronger business borrowing offsetting slower growth in credit card and motor vehicle loans.
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Financial Literacy
Students are learning more about saving, spending, and borrowing
BSP's 2026 financial learning program reached 5,978 participants, with its final session focusing on spending, borrowing, scams, and financial health.
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Banks going digital now face a ₱1B capital requirement
Banks shifting toward digital business models must meet new BSP capital and risk-management requirements, including a ₱1-billion minimum capital threshold.
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KKB joins BSP’s first Financial Education Roadshow in Visayas
KKB joined the BSP’s first Financial Education Roadshow in the Visayas, contributing to discussions on responsible credit use, consumer protection, and financial literacy.
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Financial Literacy
3 rules every Filipino should know about their money
The BSP's Protect Your Money campaign highlights three essential rules every Filipino should know to spot financial scams, understand their rights, and report suspicious activity.
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Paying credit card interest is a choice. Here’s how to choose not to
Paying only the minimum on a credit card can leave balances growing through interest, while paying in full or reducing the balance faster can lower costs.
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Financial Literacy
Banks must resolve your dispute in 15 business days. Here is what to do if they don't
Banks, credit card companies, GCash, and Maya must follow complaint-resolution timelines, with consumers able to escalate unresolved disputes to the BSP.
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Financial Literacy
“Cashless only po.” Bawal 'yan and here’s exactly what to do about it
Philippine Peso banknotes are legal tender, so consumers can use bills for purchases even when stores prefer cashless payments, subject to applicable rules.
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Sending money from Dubai to Manila is about to get a whole lot better
The Philippines and UAE agreed to connect their payment systems, potentially making remittances faster and cheaper for OFWs and their families.
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Financial Literacy
Sent money to the wrong number? The law is on your side. Here is what to do
Consumers who mistakenly send money to the wrong e-wallet number can seek its return through the recipient, their e-wallet provider, and the BSP.
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Goodbye, barya. Ligao City markets and tricycles now accept QR
Ligao City has launched Paleng-QR Ph Plus, allowing market vendors, tricycle drivers, and local businesses to accept QR Ph digital payments.
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