Social Security System

Also known as SSS

The Social Security System (SSS) announced a three-year reform program starting September 2025, increasing pensions for retirement and disability beneficiaries by up to 10% annually. This initiative aims to benefit over 3.8 million pensioners and inject billions into the economy, boosting economic growth in the Philippines.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

Recent stories about SSS

SSS to hike pensions by 10% yearly from Sept

The Social Security System (SSS) announced on Thursday that it will start increasing monthly payouts to pensioners starting this September as part of a three-year reform program.
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GSIS, SSS, Pag-IBIG launch calamity loans for storm victims

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), Social Security System (SSS), and Pag-IBIG Fund have launched calamity loan facilities for members affected by Severe Tropical Storm Crising and the enhanced southwest monsoon in multiple declared areas across Luzon.
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SSS lowers calamity loan interest rate to 7%, speeds up activation process

The Social Security System (SSS) has issued revised guidelines for calamity loans, reducing the interest rate to 7 percent from 10 percent and streamlining activation processes to assist members affected by natural disasters.
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CMEPA implements tax incentives for employers to boost PERA savings

The Capital Markets Efficiency Promotion Act (CMEPA) was recently implemented to encourage Filipinos to build up more funds under the Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA).
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Marcos announces SSS loan rate cuts, pension loans

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. announced at an event in SMX Convention Center in Pasay City that the Social Security System (SSS) will reduce interest rates for salary and calamity loans starting July 2025, with new rates of 8% and 7%, respectively.
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Quezon City job fair offers over 11,000 opportunities

The Quezon City government announced on Wednesday that over 11,000 job opportunities will be available during its Labor Day Job Fair on May 1.
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DTI launches Philippine Innovation Hub in Marikina for MSMEs and startups

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) launched the Philippine Innovation Hub in Marikina City to support startups and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on Wednesday.
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Duterte's lawyer denies restricting drug war victims' participation in ICC

Lawyer Nicholas Kaufman, former President Rodrigo Duterte's lead counsel at the International Criminal Court (ICC), denied claims that he sought to restrict drug war victims' participation by requiring specific identification documents.
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SM Supermalls hosts nationwide job fairs with JobStreet on Labor Day

SM Supermalls celebrates Labor Day by reaffirming its commitment to supporting Filipino job seekers through strategic partnerships and nationwide job fairs.
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PSE increases stake in PDS to 91.04% after acquiring additional shares

The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) has increased its stake in the Philippine Dealing System Holdings Corp. (PDS) to 91.04% after acquiring an additional 8% from Tata Consultancy Services Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.
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