[In This Economy] The populist economics of SONA 2026
This year’s SONA seems to be a bit more polished and better crafted—in form, at least. In terms of substance, though, it’s terribly populist.
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[Ask the Tax Whiz] What do the proposed tax reforms in Marcos’ 2026 SONA mean for you?
Government should recover revenues lost in tax reforms by plugging tax evasion and running after those with unexplained wealth
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[In This Economy] Ano ang pakinabang mo sa mga ipinangako sa SONA 2026?
Ang totoong sukatan ay hindi palakpakan sa Batasang Pambansa, kundi bayarin sa bahay.
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[Vantage Point] ProGRESS: When tax relief comes with a P40 price tag
The ProGRESS paradox: government gives you more money in your payslip, then tries to recover part of what it lost when somebody buys a drink.
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[Ask the Tax Whiz] PROGRESS or GINHAWA: Which reform can truly increase take-home pay?
In this week’s Ask the Tax Whiz, we compare both proposals and examine how they can support a credible roadmap toward ₱1 million in tax-free income for every Filipino
