Marcos administration

IBON Executive Director on Razon becoming the first Filipino trillionaire

June 14, 2026

The Philippines has its first ever trillionaire — Enrique Razon Jr, worth Php1.1 trillion. Such a concentration of wealth amid vast unmet social needs is unconscionable.

Still Dreaming of Freedom

June 12, 2026

As the country marks its 128th year of independence, we are once again reminded of how our forefathers fought for freedom from Spain, only for that victory to be seized by the Americans. Philippine flags are hoisted once more along major roads and in government offices, but for what celebration?  The 128 years include more […]

Falling employment, rising underemployment confirm worsening joblessness

June 9, 2026

NEWS

The overall labor force picture is of an economy that is still not creating enough work.

Where does the fire come from?

June 5, 2026

FEATURES

An urban poor community may be razed to the ground. But the urban poor’s long history of relentless struggle almost always ignites a flame that carries on until people’s development is realized.

HB 9465 will stop economic truths from being told

June 4, 2026

STATEMENT

At a time when Filipinos face persistent economic difficulties, the space for independent research should be expanded, not quelled.

Water privatization benefits oligarchs, burdens consumers under Marcos

May 23, 2026

Water privatization benefits oligarchs, burdens consumers under Marcos