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‘Philippines most vulnerable in ASEAN to El Niño’
The Philippines is likely to be the Southeast Asian economy hardest hit by an emerging strong El Niño, with Bank of America (BofA) expecting inflation to average 6.7 percent this year, the highest among major economies in the region.
Read more →Stocks succumb to profit taking
Investors yesterday returned to selling off their shares for quick gains, as they wanted no part in the uncertainties clouding peace negotiations between the United States and Iran.
Read more →Sun Life pays out P2 billion in claims as of end-May
Sun Life of Canada (Philippines) Inc. has released more than P2 billion in claims in the first five months of 2026, as well as P1.4 billion in policy maturities, keeping its commitment to its clients.
Read more →Sweat and tears
Due to time zone differences, many of us have been losing sleep trying to catch the tennis matches of Alex Eala.
Read more →The Yellow Basket Theory: How one book is changing the way Filipinos think about affiliate marketing
Every day, millions of Filipinos scroll through TikTok.
Read more →Debt with dignity: How Tala redefines consumer protection in the digital credit journey
Tala is helping shape a model framework for regulating debt collection that national authorities can adapt as the industry strengthens its guardrails.
Read more →‘Think Rice, Think Thailand’ returns to WOFEX 2026 with premium rice and new business opportunities
Thailand showcased a wide range of premium rice products, highlighting the quality, diversity and global reputation of Thai rice.
Read more →GCash redefines payment convenience with direct Visa, Mastercard card linking
No need to cash in! GCash users will soon be able to link their Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards to pay instantly.
Read more →Price Tracker: Oil, fuel monitor for August 4-10
A few centavo rollback takes effect this week.
Read more →AI was just the beginning. Enterprise transformation is the real journey.
Over the past year, I’ve spoken with business leaders across boardrooms, government agencies and industry conferences.
Read more →Factories crank up production in July
The Philippine manufacturing sector expanded at its fastest pace in five months in July amid stronger demand.
Read more →Farmer groups seek 30% safeguard duty on imported rice
Farmer groups yesterday asked the government to impose a 30-percent safeguard duty on imported rice, as local producers continue to be impacted by surging rice imports.
Read more →Honda sees 13% growth in Philippines motorcycle sales
Motorcycle manufacturer Honda Philippines Inc. is aiming to post a 13 percent growth in sales this year amid strong demand for practical transport options.
Read more →Jollibee eats way into American hearts
Asian food conglomerate Jollibee Foods Corp. continues to reinforce its footprint in North America with more store openings for its flagship brand.
Read more →Peso returns to 60: $1 level
The peso strengthened back to the 60-per-dollar level yesterday, posting its strongest close in more than a month as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East dampened demand for the greenback.
Read more →Smart regains footing, ties Dito as best Philippines telco
Wireless giant Smart Communications Inc. has retrieved its crown as the country’s leading telco, edging its competitors across all experience factors – from online gaming to video streaming.
Read more →SMC crowned ‘stock market champion’
San Miguel Corp. now has a new moniker after Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. president and CEO Ramon Monzon crowned the diversified conglomerate as a “stock market champion.”
Read more →Stocks soar on investor optimism
The local stock market opened the week on a strong note, supported by optimism ahead of key macroeconomic data releases.
Read more →The how and why of praising complete strangers
I’m now enjoying a new hobby on social media.
Read more →World Bank lowers Philippines growth outlook
The World Bank kept its Philippine economic growth forecast for the year, but lowered the projections for next year and 2028 amid an uncertain global environment.
Read more →Fuel prices to roll back after 2 weeks of increases
Pump prices dip, but LPG and fare tensions rise.
Read more →'Legal snatching': Labor groups ask court to lift halt order on NCR wage hike
The halt order kept the daily minimum wage at P695 instead of P755.
Read more →TNVS riders, drivers may claim benefits from SSS-linked program
DOLE says qualified riders can seek income and medical aid for work injuries.
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