WR Advisory Group

25/05/2026

WR Advisory Group and WR Numero Research reaffirm their longstanding commitment to non-partisanship, evidence-based analysis, and scientific integrity.

Read the official statement of Robin Michael Garcia, WR Advisory Group President & CEO and WR Numero Research Founder & Chairman regarding recent leadership developments.

20/05/2026

"The contours of the 2028 presidential race are beginning to take shape. They are seen in the methodical work of the country’s leading pollsters. When you look at the surveys analytically, they tell a story far more nuanced than simple popularity rankings.

This analysis is based on data drawn from three of the country’s most reputable pollsters: SWS, Pulse Asia and WR Numero."

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The contours of the 2028 presidential race are beginning to take shape.

15/05/2026

One of the most significant shifts in Philippine political analysis in recent years is the growing importance of factional alignment.

In WRecap Episode 1, WR Advisory Group President & CEO and WR Numero Research Founder & Chairman Dr. Robin Michael Garcia discusses PPOM’s tracking of “factional partisanship,” a framework that examines how Filipinos identify across major political blocs, including the Duterte, Marcos, and liberal-progressive factions.

15/05/2026

Electoral strategy is not only about consolidating a political base. It is equally about understanding the concerns, frustrations, and priorities of undecided voters.

According to WR Advisory Group President & CEO and WR Numero Research Founder & Chairman Dr. Robin Michael Garcia, successful political communication requires building narratives that resonate beyond existing supporters—particularly among constituencies still evaluating leadership, policy direction, and governance outcomes.

As political attention increasingly shifts toward institutional disputes and legislative maneuvering, the challenge for both policymakers and aspirants is ensuring that economic priorities and long-term governance objectives remain visible in the public discourse.

15/05/2026

Periods of heightened political volatility often extend beyond politics, influencing regulation, fiscal policy, and the broader business environment.

In WRecap Episode 1, WR Advisory Group Managing Director Sam Ramos-Jones discusses how rising public dissatisfaction and political instability can reshape regulatory priorities, increase pressure for populist economic measures, and affect long-term fiscal planning.

For businesses and institutions, anticipating these shifts through political risk monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis is increasingly essential in navigating uncertainty.

15/05/2026

As the election cycle progresses, voter behavior is expected to become increasingly shaped by economic realities and policy priorities.

WR Advisory Group Managing Director Sam Ramos-Jones notes that issues such as inflation, employment, and economic stability remain central to how voters evaluate candidates and leadership ahead of the polls.

For electoral stakeholders, understanding these priorities will be critical in shaping effective public engagement and campaign strategy.

13/05/2026

Filipinos are aware that misinformation is everywhere. But why are they still scrolling? 🤔📱

In this WR Numero Public Opinion Letters, we examine the demand side of misinformation through national survey data, mapping how Filipinos perceive misinformation, how much they trust the media sources they use, and how often they use them.

➡️Read the full analysis on Substack: https://wrnumero.substack.com/p/a-new-information-order

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This article was made possible through the support and training provided by Internews.

13/05/2026

As the 2028 electoral landscape gradually takes shape, one thing remains clear: the field is still highly fluid.

In a discussion on One News PH’s The View From Manila, WR Advisory Group President & CEO and WR Numero Research Founder & Chairman Dr. Robin Michael Garcia examined the evolving dynamics of voter behavior, the importance of understanding soft voter bases, and the role of evidence-based political strategy in an increasingly competitive environment.

With shifting alliances, emerging factions, and institutional developments continuing to reshape the political landscape, electoral outcomes remain far from predetermined.

12/05/2026

Periods of heightened political contestation often reshape legislative priorities.

WR Advisory Group President & CEO and WR Numero Research Founder & Chairman Dr. Robin Michael Garcia notes that as political disputes consume institutional attention, critical economic discussions, including investment competitiveness, taxation, and job creation, may struggle to maintain policy momentum in the short term.

For both public and private sector stakeholders, understanding these shifts is essential to navigating political risk and anticipating governance outcomes.

12/05/2026

Ongoing impeachment proceedings continue to introduce uncertainty into the Philippine political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.

According to WR Advisory Group Managing Director Sam Ramos-Jones, developments surrounding the Senate process and its potential implications for electoral eligibility could significantly alter political alignments and candidate dynamics in the months ahead.

As institutional developments accelerate, political risk monitoring and scenario analysis remain critical for both public and private sector stakeholders.