Negosyo Center New Bataan

20/05/2026

Being a smart consumer isn’t just about finding the best deals; it’s about knowing your rights. The Right to Consumer Education gives us the power to spot hidden fees, avoid scams, and demand transparency. When we’re informed, we shop with confidence and protect ourselves from unfair practices. Let’s spread awareness and remind everyone that an educated buyer is always a stronger buyer.

20/05/2026

20/05/2026

15/05/2026

𝗗𝗧𝗜 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗼 𝗱𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗡𝗣𝗖 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻

Six (6) covered retail business establishments in Nabunturan, Davao de Oro were monitored through the continuous efforts of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Davao de Oro Provincial Office in conducting regular 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 (𝗕𝗡𝗣𝗖𝘀) within the product jurisdiction.

Through these monitoring efforts, DTI aims to safeguard consumers from unreasonable price increases in the market. The activity also serves as an avenue to remind business establishments of their responsibility to observe price tagging practices and comply with consumer protection policies implemented by the government.

DTI Davao de Oro remains committed to strengthening market visibility and fostering a balanced marketplace where both consumers and businesses are protected.

13/05/2026

It’s a wrap for the 2-day 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 (𝗜𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗜𝗦) Orientation for Service and Repair Shops Accreditation conducted by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Davao de Oro Provincial Office on May 12–13, 2026, at the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Office in Nabunturan, Davao de Oro.

A total of thirty-six (36) service and repair shop owners and managers from various areas of the province were introduced to the system to gain orientation on the platform and its role in streamlining accreditation application processes for service and repair establishments.

Once fully implemented, the system is expected to enhance efficiency, reduce processing time, and promote a more convenient and transparent accreditation process for businesses in the province.

13/05/2026

12/05/2026

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) 11, through its provincial and city offices, continues to intensify its price and supply monitoring across the Davao Region. This ongoing effort is aimed at ensuring that basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) remain available and affordable for every household.

What exactly falls under BNPCs? Pursuant to Republic Act No. 7581 or the Price Act, the DTI regularly monitors the following manufactured and processed goods:

𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐍𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 (𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬): Canned sardines, processed milk, instant coffee, bread, salt, cooking oil, laundry soap, detergent, and candles.

𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 (𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬): Canned meat, vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, toilet soap, and batteries. (Note: Agricultural products such as fresh meat, poultry, and vegetables fall under the monitoring of the Department of Agriculture).

Based on the latest monitoring period from 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟒-𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, the prices of these BNPCs remain generally stable. Retail establishments also report an adequate supply of goods, supported by regular distribution and delivery to ensure steady market availability.

Furthermore, no incidents of profiteering or hoarding were observed during this period.

DTI 11 reminds all retailers to strictly adhere to the published Suggested Retail Prices (SRPs) for BNPCs. The agency also encourages consumers to remain vigilant, avoid panic buying, and promptly report any violations, such as overpricing, to the nearest DTI office.