The DTI price freeze on basic goods runs until May 10, giving shoppers time to check SRPs, maximize grocery cashback, and prepare for possible price increases.
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The Consumer Act protects buyers of defective products with rights to repair, replacement, or refund, even when stores display “no return, no exchange” signs.
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DTI-endorsed MSMEs joining official trade fairs can get discounted 2GO fares, 50kg free baggage, and access to OTOP retail spaces onboard ships.
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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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Stores cannot add fees for credit card or digital payments under DTI rules, and consumers can report businesses that impose illegal surcharges.
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DTI rules prohibit sellers from adding surcharges for card and digital payments, giving consumers the right to challenge illegal fees and report violators.
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Small businesses can access government-backed loans ranging from ₱30,000 to ₱20 million, with select programs offering no collateral and deferred payments.
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Consumers have the right to choose how they pay for purchases, with DTI rules prohibiting sellers from forcing buyers into installment or in-house financing.
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Purchased gift checks cannot have expiration dates under the Gift Check Act, while promotional, loyalty, and reward vouchers may still legally expire.
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Ayon sa DTI, may mga karapatan ang mga consumer sa paggamit ng valid gift checks, kabilang ang proteksyon laban sa expiration at hindi makatarungang pagtanggi ng mga establisimyento.
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Philippine consumer laws give online shoppers important rights involving pricing, refunds, complaints, transaction records, and unfair seller practices.
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