World · Philippines Bureau
Inquirer.net dominates Philippine news websites through September 2026
Web traffic data shows Inquirer.net commanding the largest audience share among local news portals in the first three quarters of 2026. The news site recorded nearly 77 million visits over the nine-month period, outpacing competing media platforms.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — Inquirer.net has cemented its position as the Philippines' leading news website, according to traffic analytics released by Similarweb covering January through September 2026. The digital news portal attracted 76.87 million visits during the nine-month span, significantly ahead of rival news platforms.
The web traffic data underscores Inquirer.net's continued dominance in the competitive Philippine online news landscape. The site's audience lead extends over other major news destinations operated by prominent media networks, including those operated by GMA Network, ABS-CBN, and Philstar Online.
The strong performance reflects sustained reader engagement with Inquirer.net's news coverage and digital content offerings. As Filipino audiences increasingly turn to online sources for current events and breaking news, the ranking highlights which platforms are successfully capturing audience attention in the crowded digital news market.
Similarweb's analytics provide independent measurement of web traffic patterns across news sites, offering insights into audience preferences and digital consumption habits among Philippine internet users.