Following the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to maintain price stability and protect Filipino consumers amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced that there will be no price increase for basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) until May 10, 2026.
These products include canned sardines, processed milk, bread, coffee, locally-manufactured instant noodles, bottled water, laundry soap, candles, salt, canned meat, condiments, and toilet soap with suggested retail prices (SRP).
“We also do not expect any shortage of supply in the coming weeks, so there is no need for panic buying, as supply remains sufficient.”
“We want to assure the Filipino consumers that there will be no price increase for basic necessities and prime commodities until May 10. We also do not expect any shortage of supply in the coming weeks, so there is no need for panic buying, as supply remains sufficient,” Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque said.
“The DTI is on the ground every day, closely monitoring markets to make sure basic goods are available and prices stay affordable.”
“The DTI is on the ground every day, closely monitoring markets to make sure basic goods are available and prices stay affordable,” Roque added.
The DTI has intensified its monitoring as part of the government’s UPLIFT framework, a whole-of-government approach designed to help Filipino families cope with the impact of the Middle East conflict.
To ensure compliance, the DTI is working closely with manufacturers and retailers. Under this coordinated effort, the Department remains vigilant against profiteering and unauthorized price hikes.
For the public’s guidance, the official SRP bulletin is available through:
● In-store postings in supermarkets and groceries nationwide.
● The DTI Website (www.dti.gov.ph).
● Official Social Media Platforms.
The DTI encourages consumers to report any retailers selling above the SRP to ensure that fair pricing is strictly upheld.
