AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEnergy & Cost Relief: The DOE announced major pump price rollbacks effective June 2—diesel down at least ₱9.26/l, gasoline at least ₱4.76/l, and kerosene at least ₱10.86/l—while LPG is set to rise about ₱3.41/kg, easing pressure after last week’s global inventory-tightness-driven hikes. Climate Risk: PAGASA warned El Niño is likely to develop June to August with a 92% chance, potentially persisting into early 2027, and overlapping with Habagat rains—raising the odds of extreme weather and longer exposure to impacts. Weather Watch: Dangerous heat indices are forecast in 32 areas, with NAIA in Metro Manila expected to hit 42°C (danger range). Gov’t Digital Payments: Landbank will waive transaction fees for eligible QRPh person-to-government payments from June 1 to Dec. 31, covering items like real property taxes, business permits, and police clearances. PH–Vietnam Business & Security: Vietnam President To Lam’s state visit secured upgraded defense and digital transformation cooperation, plus maritime security and law-enforcement pacts. Manufacturing Pulse: S&P Global said PH manufacturing PMI returned to growth in May (50.8), though exports stayed weak and job shedding continued. Anti-Graft Update: Sandiganbayan ordered the arrest of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada in a non-bailable plunder case tied to the flood control scandal, with co-accused including former DPWH chief Manuel Bonoan.
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