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British chamber urges passage of 4 key bills
by Louella Desiderio - November 4, 2026 - 12:00am
The British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (BCCP) is pushing for the passage of four legislative measures including the Cybersecurity Act and Digital Payments Act to boost investor confidence and drive economic...
Factory activity stays in contraction in October
by Louella Desiderio - November 4, 2026 - 12:00am
Philippine manufacturing activity remained in contraction territory for the second straight month in October as output and new orders continued to fall due to weak demand, according to S&P Global.
Business group: No to private cars on EDSA busway
by Louella Desiderio - November 4, 2026 - 12:00am
Business group Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) yesterday opposed a proposal allowing private vehicles to use the exclusive EDSA busway for two weeks.
Reenacted budget poses risks to economy – DEPDev
by Louella Desiderio - November 3, 2026 - 12:00am
A reenacted budget in 2027 would pose risks to the economy, the Department of Economy, Planning and Development warned, even as it sees such reenactment as unlikely.
Groups call for de-escalation of tension with China
by Louella Desiderio - November 3, 2026 - 12:00am
A coalition of 23 business and sectoral groups is calling for de-escalation of tensions between the Philippines and China, citing risks to deep trade and economic ties if strained relations persist.
Government OKs $1 million funding for LRT-1 O&M PPP advisory
by Louella Desiderio - November 2, 2026 - 12:00am
The Project Development and Monitoring Facility (PDMF) Committee has approved $1 million in advisory support for the restructuring of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) extension operations and management (O&M)...
DTI vows continued support following record-high exports
by Louella Desiderio - November 2, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has committed to support businesses in tapping trade opportunities to sustain the momentum after exports hit a record-high in September.
SGV names new chairman
by Louella Desiderio - November 1, 2026 - 12:00am
Professional services firm SGV & Co. has named Michael Sabado as its new chairman and country managing partner.
Canadian firm eyes RE investments in Philippines – Go
by Louella Desiderio - November 1, 2026 - 12:00am
Canadian investment firm Brookfield Corp. is planning to expand investments in the Philippines’ renewable energy sector.
Cement makers expect flat growth this year
by Louella Desiderio - November 1, 2026 - 12:00am
Cement manufacturers have turned optimistic and now expect this year demand to match last year’s level, banking on higher infrastructure spending in the final quarter.
Trade gap widens to $5.15 billion in September
by Louella Desiderio - October 31, 2026 - 12:00am
The country’s trade deficit widened in September despite record exports earnings and fastest growth in over five years, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
Business groups urge removal of insertions
by Louella Desiderio - October 30, 2026 - 12:00am
Over 30 business groups are urging Congress leaders to remove baseless insertions in the proposed 2027 budget as well as restore funding for foreign-assisted projects and the EDSA Busway.
Meralco on track to record P56.6 billion core profit
by Louella Desiderio - October 29, 2026 - 12:00am
Manila Electric Co. is looking to post a record consolidated core earnings of P56.6 billion this year.
BOI-approved investments jump 53% in 9 months
by Louella Desiderio - October 28, 2026 - 12:00am
Investments approved by the Board of Investments  from January to September jumped by 53 percent from a year ago, signaling strong investor interest in the country.
GBF expands education initiatives by building classrooms
by Louella Desiderio - October 28, 2026 - 12:00am
As education remains an urgent concern for Philippine businesses, the Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) is expanding its initiatives to help address the issue by building public classrooms.
VinFast launches online platform for vehicle sales
by Louella Desiderio - October 27, 2026 - 12:00am
VinFast Auto Philippines Corp., which unveiled an online platform for selling vehicles, expects total sales to exceed 8,000 units this year.
DepEd: Complete suspension of classes if temperature hits 42 degrees Celsius
by Louella Desiderio - October 27, 2026 - 12:00am
Education Secretary Sonny Angara has issued comprehensive guidelines for schools amid the threat of the super El Niño, ordering the suspension of all physical and home-based academic activities once ambient...
Vingroup to invest $500 million for EV production in Philiipines
by Louella Desiderio - October 23, 2026 - 12:00am
Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup plans to invest $500 million in a flagship electric vehicle manufacturing facility in the Philippines.
PEZA investments hit P310 billion in 10 months, beating 2026 goal
by Louella Desiderio - October 23, 2026 - 12:00am
Investments approved by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority from January to October hit P310 billion, surpassing the agency’s full-year target and placing the agency on track to set a new record.
No price hike on basic goods until December 31
by Louella Desiderio - October 23, 2026 - 12:00am
 Prices of basic goods will hold steady until the end of the year, following commitments made by manufacturers with the Department of Trade and Industry.
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