The Philippines’ economy continued to expand in the second quarter of 2026, growing by 2.3% despite tepid household and government spending according to the Philippines Statistics Authority. While slower than the 5.4% growth recorded in the same period last year and the 2.8% growth posted in the first quarter, the economy remained on a growth path amid a challenging environment.
More Filipino families are seeing solar power as not just eco-friendly but also a smart way to cut electricity bills. With lots of sunshine year-round and solar gear getting easier to come by, many homeowners and small businesses are curious about installing rooftop solar panels. The biggest question, however, is simple: How much do you actually need to invest in solar power in the Philippines?
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MANILA, PHILIPPINES—Independent Philippine-based music label Offshore Music adds budding soul and pop-inclined artist, Paco Pastor to its growing roster.
Heavily attuned to the soft and sensual nature of the soul music, Paco Pastor is a Manila-based artist who aspires to create his path in the industry with a genuine approach to his musicality and identity as a singer-songwriter, as well as a live performer.
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MANILA, Philippines | 20 August 2026 — GAC Motor expands its vehicle lineup with the official launch of the GAC GS4 MAX HEV—a next-generation hybrid SUV engineered for upwardly mobile families. True to its moniker, the GS4 MAX delivers a high-value blend of maximum space, comfort, safety, and efficiency to seamlessly support the diverse lifestyle needs of modern households.
MANILA, Philippines, Aug. 20, 2026 – Filipino travelers shopping abroad can now receive eligible tax refunds in minutes through their GCash wallets. Powered by Alipay+ and its global tax refund partner Global Blue, the new Digital Tax Refund feature enables outbound Filipino travelers to receive tax refunds instantly and directly in Philippine Peso (PHP) through the GCash app.
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