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Subsidized housing loans expand even as analysts expect the BSP to keep raising rates
Pag-IBIG widens subsidized financing to counter a housing slump, while Deutsche Bank and Nomura see the BSP staying hawkish on rates.

BSP's expected fourth rate hike this year puts fresh pressure on an already cautious condo market
BSP seen hiking rates again this week as Colliers warns of dampened property demand, while developers lean on low-cost housing amid Metro Manila's condo oversupply.

Currency weakness, cautious housing demand, and retail expansion headline today's property news
Today's roundup: the peso hits a new record low, housing pre-sales soften despite steady demand, and Megaworld eyes 1M sqm of mall space by 2030.

Developer expansion plans meet rising borrowing costs amid persistent inflation pressure
Cebu Landmasters plots a Luzon push with 11 new projects, while the BSP may hike rates a fourth straight time as inflation hits a three-year high.

Government land disposal, Makati office leasing, rate forecasts and Cavite housing progress make today's headlines
Mile Long land returns to PMO for disposal, PNB Holdings adds a Makati office tenant, BSP may hike rates further, and Megawide advances Cavite socialized housing.

Analysts warn continued tightening could push mortgage costs higher for homebuyers
Analysts see the BSP extending its tightening cycle into yearend as wage hikes and Fed moves stoke inflation risks, with implications for mortgage rates.

Resilience, regional hubs, and data centers dominate the week's property conversation
This week: why resilience beats concentration, VisMin's rise as a growth hub, AI's new property demand, and lingering BSP rate hike risk.

A single-story check-in on how the latest US Fed move could ripple through local property and REIT sectors
The Fed's latest rate hike raises questions on BSP's next move and its potential impact on Philippine property and REIT stocks.

Fed comments stir Hong Kong housing market while a Singapore land bid hits new heights
No Philippine property news today, so we look at Hong Kong's rate-hike jitters and a record-setting Singapore land bid.

Analysts flag possible fourth BSP rate hike as El Niño and peso pressures persist
Economists warn another BSP rate hike may be needed this year, a move that would keep mortgage and developer financing costs elevated.

Developers turn cautious on industrial builds as DHSUD eyes quicker approvals and BSP weighs rate moves
Today's roundup: industrial developers favor build-to-suit projects, DHSUD targets faster housing permits, office towers need commuter perks, and BSP may hold rate hikes until 2027.

A fresh rate increase squeezes mortgage costs even as real estate players celebrate industry excellence
BSP raises rates to 5% amid peso weakness, while Cebu Landmasters headlines the 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards.

BSP tightens further while Cebu Landmasters and Aboitiz lead this year's property awards
BSP raises rates to 5% amid inflation risks, while Cebu Landmasters and Aboitiz Economic Estates take top honors at the 2026 PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards.

Borrowing costs climb further while the industry pauses to celebrate its top performers
BSP raises rates to 5% amid inflation worries, projects August inflation as high as 6.5%, while Cebu Landmasters wins big at the 2026 Property Awards.

SM, Megaworld, and Cebu Landmasters push ahead with new projects as BSP tightens rates further
SM Prime expands its malls, Megaworld consolidates its hotel business, and CLI launches in Cebu — even as BSP raises rates to 5% and PSALM preps a P11-billion QC land sale.

This week's key developments shaping the Philippine real estate landscape
BSP hikes rates to 5% amid slowing growth, CREBA pushes for balanced housing reforms, and Cebu Landmasters sweeps top property awards.

A likely third straight rate hike and a provincial housing shift headline today's property news
BSP is set to hike rates again, squeezing mortgage affordability, while Colliers sees the next property boom emerging outside Metro Manila.

BSP tightening expectations and a shift toward budget-friendly condos define today's property headlines
UOB projects BSP's key rate hitting 5% amid slowing GDP, while Colliers reports affordable condos are absorbing Metro Manila's housing glut.

Ayala Land raises spending plans as first-half profit slides and UOB flags a possible BSP hike to 5%
Ayala Land ups its 2026 capex to P60 billion even as first-half profit falls 19%, while UOB predicts BSP could push rates to 5% this month.
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