Business Disruptions
14 reports
Habagat Season Starts, Super El Niño Likely to Develop in the Coming Months
The state weather bureau announced the onset of the southwest monsoon and an upcoming El Nino phenomenon, bringing intense rainfall and tropical cyclones. Enterprises must activate business continuity plans to mitigate operational risks from flooding, power outages, and workforce disruptions.
Special Advisory on Demonstrations Related to Senator dela Rosa's Arrest and Vice President Duterte's Impeachment
Political protests are scheduled near Senate building in Pasay City on May 13, 2026. Expect traffic disruptions and road closures in the area.
Special Advisory on 2026 Labor Day
Labor groups will hold demonstrations at traditional Metro Manila venues on the May 1, 2026 holiday. No widespread violence is forecasted, but foreign nationals must strictly avoid all demonstrations to prevent deportation.
Special Advisory: Nationwide Transportation Strike on April 21
Transport unions PISTON and MANIBELA will hold a nationwide transport strike on April 21, 2026, to demand removal of fuel excise tax. Expect longer waiting lines for jeepneys and traffic disruptions near strike centers.
Special Advisory: Three-Day Nationwide Transportation Strike on April 15 to 17
Transport union MANIBELA has called for a nationwide strike, calling for further government intervention over fuel prices and rising living costs.
Nationwide Transport Strike Scheduled for April 15 to 17
A three-day nationwide transport strike from April 15 to 17, 2026, will likely cause commuter delays and congestion in Metro Manila. While significant security escalations are not expected, enterprises should anticipate limited public transport capacity and potential workforce disruption.
Fuel Prices Unlikely to Go Down After Philippine Ships Assured Safe Passage in Strait of Hormuz
Despite Philippines-Iran talks securing vital Middle Eastern oil supply lines, domestic fuel prices will continue to rise. The Philippines faces increased costs driven by global market volatility, competitive crude bidding premiums, and a weakening peso.
Special Advisory: Current Fuel Situation and Related Disruptions - April 01, 2026
The Philippine government declared a national emergency due to the escalating oil crisis.
Special Advisory: State of National Energy Emergency
The Philippine government declared a national emergency due to the fuel supply crisis.
Alert Level for Mayon Volcano Raised at Alert Level 3 (Increased Tendency Towards a Hazardous Eruption)
The Mayon Volcano in Albay province has been placed under Level 3 by PHIVOLCS following increased volcanic activity.
Special Advisory on Black Nazarene Procession (Traslacion) 2026
Traffic disruptions are expected during the religious observation of the Black Nazarene Procession on January 9.
Police Raids in Corporate Buildings – What You Need to Know and How to Respond
Amidst recent law enforcement raids in a known commercial tower in Makati City, PSA Intelligence advises clients how to respond should they find themselves the subject of such an operation or in the vicinity of one.
Business Preparedness Amid Earthquake Risk in Metro Manila
Scientific assessments indicate that a massive earthquake poses a severe threat to Metro Manila. Experts estimate tens of thousands of fatalities and significant infrastructure damage. This report examines the challenges of disaster planning in one of the most densely populated regions.
Raid in Search of Apollo Quiboloy at KOJC Compound, Davao City
Law enforcement have engaged in a multiple-day armed operation in search of televangelist Apollo Quiboloy at his church compound in Davao City.