Spluk Daily Brief — September 5, 2026. A concise roundup of verified updates from Philippine government and public-information sources. Each item is summarized for context and links to the original bulletin.
Today’s top updates
Moody's cites PH monetary policy, banking system, external position
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) welcomes Moody's Ratings' favorable assessment of the Philippines' monetary policy, banking system, and external position.BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. said, "Moody's assessment highlights the value of sound monetary policy, a resilient banking system, and strong external buffers in supporting the Philippine economy. The BSP will…
Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 4, 2026, 8:00 pm PHT
Bumagal pa ang inflation sa 6.1 porsiyento noong Agosto
Bumagal pa lalo ang year-on-year headline inflation sa 6.1 porsiyento noong Agosto mula sa 6.2 porsiyento noong Hulyo dahil sa mas mababang inflation sa pagkain. Naitala sa 5.2 porsiyento ang average headline inflation para sa unang walong buwan ng 2026. Mas mataas ito kaysa sa target para sa buong taon na 3.0…
Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 4, 2026, 6:13 pm PHT
How DOST-PAGASA’s weather data guide dam operations in between wet and dry seasons
In the Philippines, where typhoons and monsoon rains abound, storing this large volume of water is a crucial resource that benefits local farmers and millions of households in the rural and urban areas.
Source: DOST Philippines · September 4, 2026, 5:59 pm PHT
Business confidence weakens in July
Philippine business sentiment turned pessimistic in July 2026 amid renewed concerns over tensions in the Middle East, higher oil prices, and persistent inflationary pressures. Results of the latest Business Expectations Survey (BES) show that the overall confidence index (CI) turned negative in July from neutral in June.[1] Nonetheless, firms remained optimistic about…
Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 4, 2026, 2:11 pm PHT
Tropical Cyclone Alert : Tropical Storm Pilandok (KROVANH)
Tropical Cyclone Alert : Tropical Storm Pilandok (KROVANH) PILANDOK SLIGHTLY INTENSIFIES AS IT MOVES NORTH NORTHWESTWARD OVER THE PHILIPPINE SEA. Location of eye/center : The center of Tropical Storm PILANDOK was estimated based on all available data at at 1,070 km East Northeast of Extreme Northern Luzon (24.1, 131.6). Strength : Maximum winds of 75 kph near the centerand gustiness of up to 90 kph.…
Source: DOST-PAGASA · September 2, 2026, 11:02 pm PHT
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