Philippines Business News

No Kings rallies across US urge voters to cast ballots early ahead of midterms

Rallies organized by the No Kings network opposed to President Donald Trump were held Saturday in cities and communities across the U.S., with an aim of getting people out to vote early in the midterm elections. The hundreds of planned events were billed as nonpartisan, though they sought to build on nearly two years’ worth of No Kings marches and demonstrations by people upset with Trump’s presidency. A band entertained what appeared to be a few hundred people in caps and coats at t

Abu Dhabi Health Delegation Concludes Inaugural Visit to China, Opening New Pathways to Advance AI, Precision Medicine and Next-Gen Therapies

ABU DHABI, UAE, Oct. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate, has concluded its inaugural health and life sciences mission to China, advancing priority areas of collaboration designed to accelerate the translation of scientific and technological innovation into better health outcomes. The mission brought Abu Dhabi's health and life sciences ecosystem together with leading Chinese healthcare institutions, universit

Iran war: Tankers hit near Hormuz as Tehran offers U.S. reopening plan

Kings Awning Highlights Key Safety Factors for Carports in Australia’s Extreme Weather Conditions

Carport safety depends on structural engineering, secure anchoring and compliance with local building regulations, according to guidance for Australian homeowners. AUSTRALIA, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- As Australian homeowners look for practical ways to protect vehicles and outdoor equipment from harsh weather, carport safety remains an important consideration. Strong winds, hail, corrosion and bushfire exposure can affect the durability of outdoor structures, making appropriate design

Lofty Villas Marks 16 Years as One of Phuket's Top Holiday Rental Companies, Reaching 280 Properties

Phuket rental company credits in-house management and a direct booking guarantee for its growth, as more Filipino travellers choose villas over hotels PHUKET, Thailand, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- Lofty Villas, a Phuket holiday rental company founded in 2010, has passed 280 villas, apartments and condominiums under management after adding 29 new properties in August 2026. The company is the holiday rental arm of Lofty Phuket, a Phuket-based property management company that looks after v

Commuters group slams PTMP ‘overhaul’

The Para Commuters’ Network late on Friday slammed the World Bank Group and its proposed “major overhaul” of the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP) as “anti-commuter by design.” In a statement, the commuter group said the implementation of the controversial program would “worsen transport supply issues and increase fares.” It also said this proposal is in contrast with the statements of World Bank senior transport specialist Bowen Wang that th

Historic $250 Million Gift from John Paulson to Hebrew University Will Advance Engineering, Medicine, and Trauma Recovery

In recognition of the largest donation ever made to the Hebrew University, the historic Mount Scopus campus will be named The Alina and John Paulson Campus, Mount Scopus, Jerusalem Hebrew University President Prof. Tamir Sheafer (left) and philanthropist John Paulson (right) at the University’s Board of Governors Gala Hebrew University President Prof. Tamir Sheafer (left) and philanthropist John Paulson (right) at the University’s Board of Governors Gala, where Paulson announced a historic $250

WATCH: Creamline victorious over Galaries Tower

The Creamline Cool Smashers overcame a first-set hurdle against the Galeries Tower Highrisers to notch their second-straight win, 27-29, 25-18, 25-19, 25-18, in the 2026-27 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference-Siklab Series on Saturday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City. After a win over the Akari Chargers, Creamline notched back-to-back victories with Tots Carlos’ 13-point outing, while Jema Galanza made a triple-double performance of 12 points, 12 excellent d

WTA and women’s empowerment

Last October 13, Julia Wall-Clarke, the WTA Vice President for PR and Communications, emailed me about my column titled “WTA crazy, cruel for excluding Eala in finals.” She said very kindly that Eala was not eligible for the event as she is not in the top 10 of the WTA rankings. I apologize for the error. Part of Ms. Julia’s letter read: “The WTA Finals has eight singles places, with each place determined by points earned during the season on the Race leaderboard, rather

China Mobile Hong Kong Establishes Hong Kong's First U6G Network

Expanding Next-Generation Network Capabilities and Accelerating theInnovative Convergence of Communication, Computing, and AI Laying a Solid Foundation for 6G Development in Hong Kong HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited ("China Mobile Hong Kong") announced that it has taken the lead in realising a U6GHz network, successfully completing network testing and validation at its Mong Kok flagship store and advancing the exploration of Upper 6GHz band applica

Venezuela expects $76 billion oil investment boost amid U.S. cooperation

Horse Jello Introduces HorseJello Gummies Multi-Ingredient For Male Enhancement

Horse Jello Gummies features a combination of Tongkat Ali, maca-free botanical ingredients, saw palmetto, sarsaparilla root, and nettle leaf extract. Ogden, UT, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Horse Jello has introduced Horse Jello Gummies, a gummy-format dietary supplement formulated with five listed botanical ingredients: Tongkat Ali, horny goat weed, saw palmetto, sarsaparilla root, and nettle leaf extract. The product is described as a male enhancement supplement, although the supplied ing

Peak State (AU, NZ, CA) Introduces Peak State Male Enhancement Capsules Multi-Ingredient Dietary Supplement Availability in Australia, New Zealand and Canada

Peak State Male Enhancement is a multi-ingredient dietary supplement formulated with botanical ingredients and nutrients for adult wellness. Gooroc, Victoria, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Peak State has introduced a dietary supplement described as Peak State Male Enhancement, formulated with a combination of botanical ingredients, an amino acid, and zinc. The listed ingredients are Tongkat Ali, horny goat weed, maca root, L-arginine, Panax ginseng, ashwagandha, saw palmetto, and zinc. Produ

7tech Named 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Finalist for Nonprofit Organizations

San Antonio managed IT and security provider is recognized for its nonprofit work one year after winning the program’s Advanced Cybersecurity Award San Antonio, United States, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SAN ANTONIO, TX – October, 16, 2026 – 7tech, a San Antonio-based managed IT (MSP) and security provider (MSSP), has been named a finalist in the Nonprofit Organizations category of the 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Awards. Winners will be announced on December 9,

CGTN: From 'potato capital' to 'token city': How a city in north China is transforming

CGTN published an article exploring how Ulanqab, a city in north China, is transforming its natural advantages into new growth drivers amid the global AI boom while balancing technological advancement and economic growth with ecological conservation to chart a path toward greener development. BEIJING, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ulanqab, a city in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is known as China's "potato capital" and "oat capital." Today, it is tapping its abundant wind a

U.S. urges Israel to curb settler violence in West Bank, Rubio says

BIR collections hit P2.47 trillion

The Bureau of Internal Revenue generated P2.47 trillion in gross revenues as of end-September, as it stepped up efforts to encourage voluntary tax compliance and assist taxpayers.

Bright future for Fintech powerhouse

The initial public offering for Mynt, the parent company of GCash, is scheduled to debut on the Philippine Stock Exchange on Oct. 20, with several brokers reporting oversubscribed allocations.

Cash on delivery still rules Philippines online shopping

The Philippines is expected to remain Southeast Asia’s last major market where cash-on-delivery accounts for more than a fifth of online purchases in 2027, even as digital payments continue to grow rapidly, according to financial technology firm Xendit.

Coffee production seen to drip below 30,000 MT

Local coffee production is expected to decline this year as farmers contend with the effects of El Niño and rising production costs, an industry group said.

Expanding bond market access for Philippines businesses

For a company seeking money to expand, issuing bonds means asking investors to believe it can keep a promise: pay interest on schedule and return their money when the debt falls due.

GoTyme Bank makes cross-border remittances easier

GoTyme Bank, a joint venture between the Gokongwei Group and multi-country digital banking group Tyme, continues to make it easier for customers to send, receive, and manage money across borders as the Holiday season nears.

Higher bioethanol blend eyed as gas prices soar

With gasoline prices hovering above P100 per liter, the government is looking to raise the mandatory bioethanol blend to help ease pressure at domestic pumps.

Metrobank recognized for local, global bonds

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. ranked first among Philippine banks and securities firms in both the Local Currency Bonds and G3 Bonds categories of The Asset Benchmark Research Awards 2026, affirming its strength across domestic and international bond markets.