Money Matters
Stories on financial literacy, foreign investment, and the fast-growing Philippine economy.
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VAT Reduction Bill: Tulfo Files Measure to Cut VAT from 12% to 10%
Senator Erwin Tulfo has filed a bill proposing to reduce the value-added tax rate from 12% to 10% in the…
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14th Month Pay Bill Filed at House: What Filipinos Should Know
Lawmakers have filed a new 14th month pay bill in the House of Representatives as part of efforts to help…
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A Realistic Noche Buena Budget for 2025
The holidays are here, and everyone’s talking about extravagant Noche Buena spreads — but let’s be honest, a ₱500 budget…
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5 Unique Small Gift Exchange Ideas this Christmas 2025
Finding the perfect gift for your office monito-monita or barkada Christmas party doesn’t have to be stressful. Minsan, ang hirap…
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Dying Doesn’t Come Cheap in the Philippines
Thinking about how much it costs to die may feel morbid — but in the Philippines, dying comes with a…
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Your Complete Guide to the Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card Plus
The Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card Plus is more than just an ID. It is your all-in-one rewards and cash card that…
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MannyPay: A New Payments Application Owned by Manny Pacquiao
Boxing legend and senator Manny Pacquiao has stepped into the fintech ring with MannyPay, a new digital wallet and payment…
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MySSS Card that doubles as a debit card
Good news for all SSS members! The new MySSS Card is here, and it’s more than just an ID—it’s also…
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5 Times Travel Insurance Can Save Your Holiday
You’ve spent weeks planning your getaway: booking flights, reserving hotels, and listing all the places you’ll explore. But even the…
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Mobile Banking Scams in the PH: Is Our Money Safe?
In a world where everything’s gone digital, Filipinos continue to worry about mobile banking scams. From corrupt government officials to…
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