ADB

10 Apr 2026

9:57AM

ADB trims PH 2026 growth forecast amid global uncertainty

The Philippine economy is expected to grow slower than earlier projected, as rising global uncertainties—particularly the ongoing Middle East conflict—pose risks to inflation, investment, and household spending, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said.

27 Mar 2026

8:23AM

ADB: Prolonged Middle East conflict to hit Asia growth, fuel inflation

Prolonged conflict in the Middle East could significantly weigh on economic growth in developing Asia and the Pacific, while driving up inflation, according to new research by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

25 Mar 2026

11:15AM

ADB rolls out support package as Middle East conflict impacts Asia

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday announced a financial support package to help developing member countries (DMCs) cushion the economic and financial shocks stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

18 Mar 2026

9:15AM

ADB beats $14-B food security target, ramps up 2026–2030 funding

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has exceeded its $14-billion food security financing target ahead of schedule and is now ramping up efforts to transform food systems across Asia and the Pacific with a broader $40-billion agenda through 2030.

8 Feb 2026

9:17AM

ADB, GCash Fuse team up to widen MSME credit access nationwide

Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and women entrepreneurs across the Philippines are set to gain wider access to credit after the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a P1.75-billion loan facility for Fuse Financing Inc., the lending arm of GCash, the country’s largest finance superapp and cashless ecosystem.

15 Dec 2025

4:45PM

Asialink gets $50-M ADB support to boost MSME financing nationwide

Asialink Finance Corp. is doubling down on its mission to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises nationwide after securing an additional $50 million from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), expanding its total credit facility to $165 million.

11 Dec 2025

9:51AM

PH secures $500-M ADB loan for blue economy, climate resilience

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $500-million policy-based loan to strengthen the sustainable management of the Philippines’ marine ecosystems, restore coastal areas, and accelerate the development of a resilient, low-carbon blue economy.

10 Dec 2025

11:29AM

ADB approves $400-M loan to boost PH ease of doing business

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $400-million policy-based loan to help advance Philippine government reforms aimed at improving ease of doing business and positioning the country as a competitive investment destination in Asia and the Pacific.

12 Nov 2025

8:32AM

ADB launches Flyway Project to conserve key Philippine wetlands

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched the Philippines Flyway Project, a new initiative aimed at strengthening the conservation and sustainable management of the country’s vital wetland ecosystems — key habitats for migratory birds and lifelines for local communities.