Minimum Wage Hike 2026 Outside NCR: CALABARZON, Central Visayas, Bicol and BARMM

Metro Manila has taken most of the headlines with Wage Order NCR-28, which put the non-agriculture minimum at ₱755 a day from September 26, 2026. But NCR is not the only place where pay is going up. As of October … Continue reading →

Latest Update: NCR-28 Takes Effect While the NCR-27 Court Fight Continues (October 2026)

The NCR wage hike story has a new chapter. While the court fight over Wage Order NCR-27 continues, a second order, Wage Order NCR-28, took effect on September 26, 2026, raising the NCR minimum wage by ₱60 to ₱755 for … Continue reading →

How to Compute Your 13th Month Pay in the Philippines (2026 Guide)

Every December, many employees in the Philippines look forward to one thing — the 13th month pay. It’s that extra cash that makes Christmas shopping, family gatherings, and travel plans a bit more comfortable. But have you ever wondered how … Continue reading →