marcos jr administration

Isn’t corruption stupid?

Enero 18, 2026

FEATURES

The Philippines’ central problem isn’t simply that rules are broken. It’s that the economy produces too little of what Filipinos need.

Harvesting pork, not rural development: The 2026 agriculture budget examined

Enero 18, 2026

FEATURES

A closer look reveals that agricultural budget is not pork-free.

The paradox of lower inflation, higher prices under Marcos

Enero 16, 2026

Addressing inflation in a meaningful way requires confronting its structural roots rather than stubbornly relying on short-term or market-oriented fixes.

Record debt, no relief for the people

Enero 15, 2026

Most of the Marcos Jr administration’s massive borrowing did not go to development or easing people’s lives.

PH economy beyond official press releases

Enero 14, 2026

FEATURES

Jobs and poverty tell a different story.

Borrow, borrow more (as of November 2025)

Enero 14, 2026

National government outstanding debt as of November 2025

Enero 14, 2026