Fertility rate in PHL steadily declines

The Philippines’ total fertility rate (TFR) reached a record low of 1.7 children per woman in the 2023-2025 period, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported.

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Inflation accelerates to 4.1% in March

Higher fuel prices, along with increased transport costs, pushed the country’s inflation rate to 4.1 percent last month, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported.

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Philippine Jurisprudence Signals Recognition of Property Rights in Same-Sex Unions

Recent developments in Philippine jurisprudence suggest a significant shift in how courts may treat property disputes involving same-sex couples.

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World Bank sees PH growth slump to 3.7% in 2026

The World Bank has slashed its 2026 growth forecast for the Philippines to a sluggish 3.7%, down from earlier projections of over 5%. Released in the latest East Asia and Pacific Economic Update on April 8, 2026, this downgrade signals headwinds from global trade tensions, persistent inflation, and domestic fiscal strains.

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Bank Exposure to Real Estate Hits 7-Year Low — Is the Philippine Property Market Becoming Safer for Investors?

A new set of banking data suggests a subtle but important shift in the Philippine property market. While real estate lending continues to grow, banks are becoming more cautious about how much of their overall loan portfolio is tied to property.

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Female workforce seen held down by expectations of childcare, housework

The Philippines is grappling with weak female labor force participation even though it has some of the best gender gap ratings in the region by traditional metrics, advocates for women in the workplace said.

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Residential Price Softening vs OFW Demand: How to Position Your Portfolio in 2026

The Philippine residential market is entering 2026 with a clear but conflicting story: home prices are softening in many segments, yet demand—especially from OFWs—remains stubbornly resilient.

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US: It’s Called a Buyer’s Market, But Most Buyers Still Can’t Afford It

On paper, many economists now describe the housing landscape as a “buyer’s market.” Inventory has improved from pandemic lows, sellers are more willing to negotiate, and list prices in some metros have stopped climbing in double digits. Yet for millions of households, especially first-time buyers, the numbers still don’t work—and the so‑called buyer’s market feels more like a locked door than an open house.

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4PH vs. Reality: Can the Government’s Flagship Housing Program Fix the Philippines’ Affordability Crisis?

For the first time, a major international survey has confirmed what most Filipino families already feel: housing hardship has become the new normal.

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Registered Land Cannot Be Acquired Through Adverse Possession

“No title to registered land in derogation of that of the registered owner shall be acquired by prescription or adverse possession.”

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