Philippine Institute for Development Studies

The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) is a government think tank that provides research and policy recommendations to address economic challenges in the Philippines. PIDS has recently highlighted the country's lower exposure to US tariffs, suggesting opportunities for export expansion and industrial upgrading. The institute also evaluates key programs like the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program and advises on fiscal policies to reduce debt and narrow budget deficits.

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Last updated at April 24, 2025.

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Study shows women sari-sari store owners empower themselves and communities

A study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies in collaboration with Packworks highlights the significant role of women sari-sari store owners in empowering themselves and their communities.
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Philippine factory output grows 0.4% in Dec

The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported that the country's factory output grew by 0.4% in December 2024, reversing the previous month's contraction.
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Peso may fall below record low P59 due to US dollar strength and domestic factors

The Philippine peso could potentially breach its record low of P59 this year due to external pressures such as Donald J. Trump's presidency and domestic concerns like the midterm elections.
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BMI cuts forecast to 6M tourists, down from 6.6M; industry calls for more border openings

Fitch Solutions unit BMI now projects that tourist arrivals in the Philippines will reach 6 million by the end of this year, downgrading its earlier forecast of 6.6 million.
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DSWD plans inflation-based cash grant adjustments for 4Ps

On Saturday, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) announced plans to adjust cash grants for its conditional cash transfer program in response to inflation.
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World Bank: COVID closures cause significant learning loss, urge support for marginalized students

World Bank Senior Adviser Harry Patrinos presented findings at the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) indicating that prolonged school closures due to COVID-19 led to significant learning losses, with each week of closure resulting in nearly a 1 percent decline in learning levels.
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Marcos appoints fishing exec Laurel as DA chief

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. appointed Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., former president of Frabelle Fishing Corp., as the new Secretary of Agriculture on Friday.
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DSWD seeks increased funding for 4Ps from Congress

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is seeking increased funding from Congress for the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps).
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PIDS: Only 1% of Filipinas screened for breast, cervical cancer

Screening rates for breast and cervical cancer among Filipino women are alarmingly low, with only 1 percent of eligible women getting screened, according to a study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS).
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Lawmaker seeks permanent weekend homework ban

Lawmaker Sam Versoza of Tutok To Win party-list called for a permanent policy banning homework during weekends.
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