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Luzon provinces eyed as sites for nuclear power plants
Filipinos in Bataan, Palawan, Masbate, Pangasinan and Camarines Norte could soon find themselves living near the Philippines’ first commercial nuclear power plants.
Read more →Mideast firms mull oil stock piling in Philippines
Industry players from the Middle East are looking to invest in the Philippines’ planned strategic oil reserve, according to Energy Secretary Sharon Garin.
Read more →PAL plunges into net loss in H1
Flag carrier Philippines Airlines had its wings clipped by rising prices in the first half, as it incurred a net loss of $25.1 million due to a double-digit increase in fuel costs.
Read more →Philippines taps P14 billion French loan for blue economy reforms
The Philippines has tapped another P14.03-billion loan from France to finance reforms aimed at protecting marine ecosystems, expanding the blue economy and creating more sustainable livelihoods for over three million Filipinos.
Read more →Phl needs to restore investment confidence
According to the latest report of GlobalSource Partners on the Philippines written by former Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Deputy Governor Diwa Guinigundo and Wilhelmina Manalac (who was also a high-ranking BSP official), the Philippine government needs to “restore the foundations for sustained, investment-led and productivity-driven growth” if it wants to truly grow the Philippine economy moving forward.
Read more →SSS eyes overseas markets as investments hit P1.27 trillion
The Social Security System had P1.27 trillion in consolidated investments as of end-June, giving the state pension fund greater room to explore opportunities overseas while maintaining its presence in the Philippine capital market.
Read more →Stocks slide as investors cash in gains
The local stock market tumbled as investors opted to take profits following a two-day climb.
Read more →Leading Dining-and-Bar Brand COMMUNE Makes Hong Kong Debut with All-Day Concept
HONG KONG, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- COMMUNE, an all-day dining-and-bar brand, has officially entered the Hong Kong market with the opening of its first location at Lee Garden Three in Causeway Bay. The opening marks an important step in COMMUNE's expansion into international markets. It introduces its all-day operating model to Hong Kong, extending the dining and social experience from daytime meals through to evening drinks. A Decade of Growth Built on the All-Day Dining-and-Bar Model Over
Read more →Valneva Half-Year 2026 Financial Report
Valneva Half-Year 2026 Financial Report Attachment Financial Report HY1 2026 (EN) (2026-08-12) (002)
Read more →DFDS TO CONVENE EGM TO ELECT NEW BOARD MEMBERS. CHAIR STEPPING DOWN
COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT no. 22 - 13 August 2026 Following a request from DFDS’ largest shareholder, Lauritzen Fonden Holding ApS, made pursuant to section 89 of the Danish Companies Act and article 5.4 of the Company’s Articles of Association, DFDS will convene an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) to propose the election of Niels Smedegaard and Jan Johan Kühl as new members of the Board of Directors ("the Board”). In light of the development of DFDS’ future strategy and subsequent execution, Laur
Read more →Toll Brothers Announces New Waterfront Luxury Home Community Coming Soon to Yulee, Florida
Maris Cove offers waterfront living with expansive home designs in an exclusive gated community YULEE, Fla., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its newest community, Maris Cove, is coming soon to Yulee, Florida. Ideally situated along the Intracoastal Waterway, Maris Cove will be a private, gated waterfront community offering just 30 expansive single-family home sites. Site work is underway near Fernandi
Read more →Annual General Meeting in Bang & Olufsen a/s
At today’s Annual General Meeting, the following resolutions were approved in accordance with the agenda. The general meeting took note of the Board of Directors' report, approved the company's audited annual report for the financial year 2025/26 and granted discharge to the company's Executive Management Board and Board of Directors. Furthermore, the general meeting resolved that no dividend should be paid and that the year’s profit was to be carried forward to the next financial year. The gene
Read more →AIM Global Foundation Strengthens UAE-India Investment Dialogue Ahead of AIM Congress 2026
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AIM Global Foundation advanced its engagement with India’s investment and business community during a visit by its Chairman, Dawood Al Shezawi, from 5 to 8 August 2026. Conducted as part of the Foundation’s international roadshow, the visit supported preparations for the 15th edition of AIM Congress, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Duri
Read more →Treasury Bill Auction Announcement - RIKV 27 0217
SeriesRIKV 27 0217ISINIS0000039535Maturity Date02/17/2027Auction Date08/17/2026Settlement Date08/19/2026 On the Auction Date, between 10:30 am and 11:00 am, the Government Debt Management will auction Treasury bills in the Series, with the ISIN number and with the Maturity Date according to the table above. Payments for the Treasury bills must be received by the Central Bank before 14:00 on the Settlement Date and the Bills will be delivered in electronic form on the same day. Further reference
Read more →New DOLE assistant secretary for Visayas and Mindanao takes oath
MANILA, Philippines — Former General Santos representative Loreto Acharon took oath on Thursday as an assistant secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino administered the oath of office at the department's central office in Intramuros. "An Assistant Secretary for Regional Operations - Visayas and Mindanao, ASec. Acharon will oversee the execution of labor programs and ensure the seamless delivery of services to workers across the Visayas
Read more →Donated 40 generator sets by Filipino businessmen arrive in Ukraine
MANILA, Philippines — European Union (EU) Ambassador to Manila Massimo Santoro expressed gratitude to Filipino businessmen for donating 40 generator sets to provide backup electricity to communities affected by Russia’s continued attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. "Grateful to the Philippines business for standing with Ukraine. 40 generators will help sustain essential services amid Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure," Santoro said on Thurs
Read more →G6 Hospitality Strengthens Franchise Engagement Through Nationwide Town Halls
DALLAS, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- G6 Hospitality, parent company of the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, has concluded a nationwide series of franchise owner town halls, bringing senior leadership together with more than 150 franchise owners across Texas, Oklahoma, Illinois, Ohio, California, Arizona and Oregon. The meetings took Vice Chairman Ankit Tandon, National Head of Brand Performance Anuj Ladha and regional leadership coast to coast to discuss business performance, share progress on
Read more →nsur.ai Launches AI Underwriting Assistant
Personal underwriting assistant exclusively for underwriters requires no core system replacement, no migration or integration, and is platform agnostic. AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nsur.ai, an insurance technology company delivering artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for underwriters, announces general availability of its AI Underwriting Assistant, built exclusively for property and casualty (P&C) underwriters to work alongside any platform or core system. Unlike traditi
Read more →WellBridge Surgical Named No. 988 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, the Most Prestigious Ranking of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
Following Significant Revenue Growth Over the Past Three Years, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WellBridge Surgical today announced it has been ranked No. 988 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achie
Read more →IPS Introduces Switchboard Program Recertified to UL 891 Standard
Redefining How Customers Enable Certified Power Infrastructure Greenville, SC, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Integrated Power Services (IPS), North America’s leading provider of end-to-end electrical, mechanical, and power management solutions, today announced the launch of IPS ReCert™, a first-of-its-kind switchboard recertification program certified to UL 891. IPS ReCert™ expands the company’s portfolio of new and reconditioned UL 891 switchboards by giving electrical distribution equipmen
Read more →Tropic Names Co-Founder Justin Etkin CEO
Co-Founder David Campbell will remain Chairman of the Board, advising the company on go-to-market strategy and corporate initiatives. NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tropic, the intelligence layer for modern procurement and finance teams, today announced that Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer Justin Etkin has been named the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. As part of this planned executive succession, Co-Founder David Campbell will continue serving as Chairman of the Board
Read more →Minutes from Extraordinary General Meeting
Oslo, 13 August 2026 An Extraordinary General Meeting of Interoil Exploration and Production ASA was held in Oslo on 13 August 2026. The minutes from the meeting are attached. This information is subject of the disclosure requirements of section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. Please direct any further questions to: ir@interoil.no Attachment EGM 13 August 2026 Minutes w appendices
Read more →Lynden Logistics receives 20th Quest for Quality Award
Freight forwarder scores #1 overall, best value Lynden Logistics Lynden Logistics is a full-service transportation and logistics provider. Anchorage, AK, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the fourth consecutive year, Lynden Logistics was voted the #1 airfreight forwarder in the annual Quest for Quality awards, including being rated the best value out of all companies. Lynden Logistics’ combined scores in performance, value, information technology, customer service, and equipment & operations
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