DEPDev says structural barriers, not low income alone, keep poverty high in Zamboanga Peninsula, calling for long-term reforms.
Prices in Zamboanga Sibugay Are Rising Fast. What 11.3% Inflation Means for Ordinary Families.
Families in Zamboanga Sibugay are feeling the pressure as inflation jumped to 11.3 percent in April 2026, fueled by rising food prices and growing concerns over the affordability of basic necessities.
Why the โฑ500 Noche Buena Claim Is Wrong โ The Economics Behind a Painful Narrative
Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Roque suggested that Filipino families can prepare Noche Buena for โฑ500 โ and it sparked public outrage. In a holiday season marked by rising food prices, shrinking purchasing power, and stagnant wages, the…
Opinion I OCTA Survey Points to a Nation at Breaking Point
The recent OCTA Research findings indicated that around 11.9 million Filipino familiesโor approximately 45%โconsider themselves poor as of July 2025, a moderate rise from 42% in April. These survey results are not mere statisticsโtheyโre a resounding alarm. The jumpโtranslating to…
How Much Money Do Filipinos Need to Feel Financially Comfortable? The Surprising Truth
Ever wondered how much money it takes to feel financially secure in the Philippines? Grit PH recently conducted an eye-opening online survey to uncover the financial behaviors and aspirations of Filipinos. The results? A revealing look at the gap between…
