Philippines Business News

Badr Al-Busaidi, Oman’s Foreign Minister: The War Against Iran Revealed Just How Much the Policy of Containment Was a Myth

As the recent conflict in the Gulf leaves the region deeply scarred, the time has come for a clear-eyed assessment, writes the Sultanate’s foreign minister in an opinion piece for Le Monde. In his view, the most serious threats do not come from Tehran, but from Tel Aviv. The people of the Sultanate of Oman […]

British Chamber welcomes role of ecozones in attracting investors

The fifth State of the Nation Address highlighted the role of the country’s economic zones in attracting more investments throughout the Philippines that further boost market opportunities in various sectors.

Why Metro Manila’s ‘historic’ P85 wage increase was put on hold

The implementation of the minimum wage increase is halted until at least August 13 by a temporary restraining order issued by a Pasig Regional Trial Court

Senior citizens: The forgotten sector in Marcos’ 2026 SONA

Around 80% of Filipino seniors do not hold formal pensions from the SSS or GSIS, leaving them completely unprotected against inflation or sudden medical shocks

Futures higher after chip rally; Apple, Amazon report - what’s moving markets

Maharlika Fund: A top taxpayer with billions barely invested

Three years after its creation, the overwhelming majority of Maharlika's capital still sits in banks collecting interest, though the sovereign wealth fund has cautiously started investing in ports, power, and mining

MPBL bans Bacolod players, coaches amid game-fixing allegations

The Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) has slapped heavy sanctions on players and coaches of the Bacolod team amid game-fixing allegations. In a statement on Thursday, the league issued red cards to several players and coaches of Bacolod MassKara who were implicated to “potential game-manipulation”. The players and coaches were not named. “All individuals served with Red Cards are permanently banned from the league. The League is also announcing that the franchise's p

THE SHOW Expands Its Global Reach Through Apple Music Partnership, Powering RESCENE's First-Ever Music Show Win

- Partnership with ‘Apple Music’ strengthens integrated marketing across the global streaming platform - RESCENE claims its first-ever music show win on ‘THE SHOW’ and secures a spot on an official Apple Music curated playlist SEOUL, South Korea, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- THE SHOW, the flagship K-pop music program operated by global entertainment technology company BIGC, today announced the launch of integrated cross-platform marketing in partnership with global streaming platform Apple

Telix H1 2026 Results: Investor Webcast Notification

MELBOURNE, Australia and INDIANAPOLIS, July 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX, NASDAQ: TLX, "Telix") today advises that it will release its financial results for the half-year ended June 30, 2026 on Thursday August 20, 2026. An investor webcast and conference call will be held at 9:00 a.m. AEST on Thursday August 20, 2026 (7:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday August 19, 2026). Participants can register for the webcast or teleconference at the following link: https://s1.c-conf.c

DOE forms joint task force to remove VAT, system loss charges from electricity bills

The Department of Energy has created an inter-agency Joint Task Force alongside key power sector regulators and distributors to carry out the president’s directive to eliminate system loss charges and their corresponding Value-Added Tax from monthly electric bills.

Laguna Treatment Center Now Offers Virtual Outpatient Services for those Struggling with Addiction

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laguna Treatment Center, a leading provider of addiction treatment in Southern California, has expanded its services with the addition of a virtual intensive outpatient program (VIOP). Since 2016, the Orange County treatment center has provided hospital-based detoxification and inpatient rehabilitation for those struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders. The new program allows patients to continue their recovery with Laguna after

Inno Holdings Inc. Updates Trading Time for the Resumption of Trading on Nasdaq

Hong Kong, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INNO HOLDINGS INC. (Nasdaq: INHD) ("INNO” or the "Company”), a Texas holding company, today announced that its common stock will resume trading on The Nasdaq Capital Market. As previously disclosed in a Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on June 12, 2026, The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC imposed a trading halt under Code T12 on the trading of the Company’s common stock. The trading halt is being lifted and, as

ColestZen Launch 2026 - Healthy Cholesterol Support Formula With 18 Ingredients In (US, UK, CA, AU).ColestZen Capsule Benefits and Supplement Facts

ColestZen Capsule introduces 2026 marks the introduction of a effective and healthy cholesterol support capsule formulated with a blend of 18 botanical ingredients and essential micronutrients. Designed to complement cardiovascular wellness, healthy circulation, and metabolic balance as part of a balanced lifestyle, ColestZen capsule is manufactured in the USA in an FDA-registered, GMP-certified facility. Explore Supplement Facts, key ingredients, recommended use, and availability across the US,

OceanFirst Financial Corp. Announces Second Quarter Financial Results

RED BANK, N.J., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OceanFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:OCFC) (the "Company”), the holding company for OceanFirst Bank N.A. (the "Bank”), reported a net loss of $3.0 million, or $0.04 per diluted share1, for the three months ended June 30, 2026, compared to net income available for common stockholders of $16.2 million, or $0.28 per diluted share, for the corresponding prior year period, and net income of $20.5 million, or $0.36 per diluted share, for the linked quart

Replimune Announces Favorable Outcome of FDA's Cellular, Tissue, and Gene Therapies Advisory Committee Meeting for RP1 in Advanced Melanoma

Advisory Committee voted 10 to 3 that the efficacy results from the IGNYTE study are evaluable and clinically meaningful WOBURN, Mass., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Replimune Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: REPL), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oncolytic immunotherapies, today announced the outcome of today's meeting of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Cellular, Tissue, and Gene Therapies Advisory Committee (CTGTAC), which discussed the Biologic

Russian missile strike destroys family home, 10 feared dead

KYIV — A missile fired by Russia destroyed a family home in eastern Ukraine early Thursday, leaving 10 members of the same family presumed dead. An official with Ukraine's emergency services told AFP that six people had been confirmed killed so far, with another four presumed dead but still to be formally identified. Russia fired a total of 74 missiles and 284 drones in the overnight barrage, according to Ukraine's air force -- the latest deadly attack in the four-and-a-half-year war, whic

SAP Fioneer Launches Cloud Accounting Subledger to Simplify Multi-GAAP Accounting for Financial Institutions

WALLDORF, Germany, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SAP Fioneer, a leading provider of software solutions for financial services, today announced the launch of its Cloud Accounting Subledger (CAS), a cloud-based solution designed to help financial institutions manage complex accounting requirements and modernize finance operations. As financial institutions continue to advance their cloud transformation strategies, many finance organizations remain challenged by fragmented accounting landscapes

Sanuwave Will Host a Conference Call on August 7, 2026 at 8:30 AM (ET) to Present Q2 2026 Financial Results

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sanuwave Health, Inc. (the "Company" or "Sanuwave”) (NASDAQ: SNWV), a leading provider of next-generation FDA-approved wound care products, will host a live conference call on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 8:30 AM (ET) to present its Q2 2026 financial results. Telephone access to the call will be available by dialing the following numbers: Participant Dial-in Information Toll Free: 1-800-274-8461 Toll/International: 1-203-518-9814 Conference ID

Shinhan Bank Selects StoneX Payments as Strategic Cross-Border Payments Partner

Partnership Delivers Institutional-Grade FX Execution and Pay-Outs Across 140 currencies, and Enhances Emerging-Market Access for South Korea's Second-Largest Bank SINGAPORE, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StoneX Group Inc. ("StoneX”; NASDAQ: SNEX) today announced that its Payments Division ("StoneX Payments”) has entered a strategic partnership with Shinhan Bank, one of South Korea’s oldest and most systemically significant financial institutions. Under the agreement, Shinhan Bank will integ

SodaSlim Official Launch 2026 Natural Weight Loss Capsules For metabolic and appetite support in USA. Soda Slim Highlights Ingredient and Supplement Facts

Company Introduced SodaSlim Capsules a natural dietary supplement created to support healthy metabolism and weight management as part of a balanced lifestyle. Formulated with carefully selected ingredients and essential nutrients, SodaSlim is designed to complement nutritious eating habits and regular physical activity while promoting overall wellness, daily energy, and metabolic health New York City, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In 2026, SodaSlim announced an effective, natural weight-supp

Hope fades for survivors as Japan quake death toll reaches 25

KUMAMOTO, Japan — Residents in southwestern Japan camped in classrooms and vehicles Thursday, stocked up on water and tried to get back to normal, two days after a powerful quake set off an explosion at a mall, toppled a factory chimney and flattened homes in a disaster that killed at least 25 people. Time was running out to find survivors, as rescuers continued to work in the Kumamoto area on Japan ’s southern main island of Kyushu, where the magnitude 7.1 earthquake hit Tuesday. Th

KATE SPADE NEW YORK ANNOUNCES TYLA AS GLOBAL BRAND AMBASSADOR

Debuting in Kate Spade New York's 2026 fall global campaign, the two-time Grammy-winning artist joins the brand as a new icon to reach a new generation NEW YORK, July 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kate Spade New York today announced two-time Grammy-winning artist Tyla as its new Global Brand Ambassador. The brand continues to inspire a new generation through its "Spark Something Beautiful" brand ethos, rooted in optimism and with the power to spark joy that spreads. Behind the scenes image from the s

Armor Launches Sovereign AI: A whole-company AI work platform for regulated industries

Public AI platforms were not built to adhere to punitive regulatory requirements or drive down AI costs. See how we solved this at Black Hat, booth 8308. LAS VEGAS, July 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Armor today launched Sovereign AI, a governed AI work platform for the whole company. The largest enterprises are building their own internal AI platforms because public AI hasn't given them what their customers demand: trust. Most companies cannot afford that build. Sovereign AI is that platform for eve

GigaromAI Launches No-Code Agentic AI Trading Platform, Bringing Institutional-Grade Automation to Individual Investors

New platform pairs pre-built quantitative strategies with automated execution and layered risk controls, opening algorithmic trading to users without programming experience NEW YORK, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GigaromAI today announced the launch of its agentic AI trading platform, a no-code system designed to give individual investors and institutions access to automated, rules-based trading across multiple asset classes without requiring any coding or complex technical setup. The platfo