DTI: P500 still enough for a simple Noche Buena, despite price pressures

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) maintains that a P500 budget can still cover a modest Noche Buena, even as some holiday staples have seen price increases due to higher costs of ingredients, packaging, and labor.

Globe urges action on online piracy to safeguard ₱2-trillion creative economy

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) projects that the Philippines’ creative economy could contribute as much as ₱2 trillion to the country’s gross domestic product this year, building on the ₱1.94 trillion in gross value added it recorded in 2024, an 8.7% increase from the previous year. This growth reflects the rising strength of Filipino talent in film, music, gaming, design, and digital content, but also underscores the urgency of protecting the sector from piracy.

GCash, with DTI, TESDA, and Coca-Cola, strengthen commitment to the upsizing of MSMEs

In support of their collective vision of financial inclusion for all Filipinos, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), multinational company Coca-Cola, and leading mobile wallet GCash, have come together to co-present this year’s Tatak Matatag na Negosyo, a trailblazing program that aims to mobilize  public and private sectors in empowering and uplifting micro-retailers by providing them with essential knowledge, resources, and support to thrive in their businesses.