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Agriculture
DA launches unified framework to boost agricultural cooperatives, food security
The Department of Agriculture (DA), together with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and Cooperative Development Authority (CDA), has launched a joint policy framework to strengthen support for agricultural cooperatives nationwide.
President Marcos expands pork imports amid supply shortages
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 116, increasing the minimum access volume (MAV) for pork imports by 150,000 metric tons to help ease supply shortages and stabilize prices amid the lingering impact of African Swine Fever.
Agri group urges rejection of proposed nutrient model over food security fears
The Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. (PCAFI) is asking President Marcos Jr. to reject the 2026 Philippine Nutrient Profile Model (PNPM) proposed by the Department of Health.
DA files complaint over P94M ‘ghost’ road projects in Davao Occidental
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has filed formal complaints with the Ombudsman against Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials and private contractors over eight alleged "ghost" Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) projects in Davao Occidental worth around P94 million. These projects, meant to help farmers, were reportedly paid in full but never built.
Corporate
foodpanda Philippines distributes P62M rider incentives
foodpanda Philippines has distributed over P62 million in incentives to its Ka-panda delivery partners from March to May 2026 through nationwide add-on incentive quests aimed at boosting rider earnings and engagement.
Jollibee balances prices, quality amid inflation pressures
Despite rising global inflation and mounting geopolitical risks, Jollibee Foods Corp. is determined not to compromise on product quality or portion sizes, even as it navigates higher operating costs.
Robinsons Retail sets May 26 record date for dividend
Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI), the retail arm of the Gokongwei Group, has set May 26 as the record date for shareholders entitled to receive its P2.00-per-share cash dividend, as the company returns more than P2 billion to investors amid a strong retained earnings position.
MPIF assesing Tubbataha Reefs health in exploration dive
Metro Pacific Investments Foundation (MPIF) is holding the Shore It Up! Tubbataha Exploration Dive until May 27, 2026, by bringing together experts to assess the health of the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park — a critical Philippine marine sanctuary and global biodiversity site in the Sulu Sea.
Corporate Bulletins
BPI Foundation, Knowledge Channel team up to bring financial literacy to public schools
In a major move to equip young Filipinos with vital money management skills, BPI Foundation, Inc. (BPIF) has partnered with Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc. (KCFI) to deliver specialized financial education content and learning materials to public schools across the country.
Jollibee opens new Manhattan store, grows North America presence
Jollibee has opened its third store in Manhattan, New York, located at 14 East 42nd Street near Grand Central Station. Launching last March 31, 2026, the outlet serves customers daily from 9:00 AM to midnight, offering dine-in, take-out, online orders, and catering services.
IABC Philippines names new leadership team for 2026–2028
IABC Philippines has officially announced its new Board of Trustees for the 2026–2028 term, approved by its members to lead and advance the business communication profession in the country.
Kits Pinga takes helm at Pico de Loro
SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) has appointed Kits Pinga as the new club general manager of Pico de Loro Beach & Country Club, signaling a renewed commitment to operational excellence and enriched member experiences across its leisure portfolio.
Social Responsibility & Sustainability
foodpanda Philippines distributes P62M rider incentives
foodpanda Philippines has distributed over P62 million in incentives to its Ka-panda delivery partners from March to May 2026 through nationwide add-on incentive quests aimed at boosting rider earnings and engagement.
MPIF assesing Tubbataha Reefs health in exploration dive
Metro Pacific Investments Foundation (MPIF) is holding the Shore It Up! Tubbataha Exploration Dive until May 27, 2026, by bringing together experts to assess the health of the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park — a critical Philippine marine sanctuary and global biodiversity site in the Sulu Sea.
PLDT pushes sustainable growth beyond connectivity services
PLDT Inc. is accelerating its transformation from a telecommunications provider into a technology-driven company, betting on artificial intelligence, network resilience, and sustainability initiatives to drive long-term growth while balancing profitability with environmental and social commitments.
BPI expands sustainability push beyond green finance
Bank of the Philippine Islands is widening its sustainability agenda beyond environmental initiatives, ramping up support for underserved sectors, small businesses, and financial inclusion programs nationwide.
Markets
Senator Aquino wars new ad rules burden MSMEs
Senator Bam Aquino has once again criticized the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), raising concerns that a proposed regulation requiring permits for advertisements and promotional campaigns could create an additional bureaucratic burden for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and online sellers.
Peso near lows as markets turn defensive
The Philippine peso is again nearing record lows as persistent inflation, geopolitical tensions, and strong US dollar demand continue to pressure local markets. Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. chief economist Michael Ricafort said the peso could retest historic weakness after falling 1.8% this week and approaching the April 30 intraday low of P61.75 against the dollar.
Blue chips signal medium-term PSEi opportunity
The Philippine stock market remains cautiously constructive as investors weigh short-term macro headwinds against improving medium-term earnings visibility.
PSEi faces volatility amid foreign selling pressure
The Philippine stock market is navigating a mixed outlook as the PSEi contends with renewed foreign selling, offset partially by improving domestic investor sentiment and anticipated foreign inflows into the local bond market.
Energy
SM Investments powers up renewables, cuts emissions
SM Investments Corp. is turbocharging its clean energy push, with renewables powering 31 percent of its operations in 2025, up from 27 percent in 2024.
Caltex widens network, reaches 600 Philippines stations
Chevron Philippines is accelerating the expansion of its retail fuel network as Caltex reached the 600-station mark nationwide following the opening of six new service stations in the first quarter of the year.
Vivant invests big, eyes resilient growth amid uncertainty
Vivant Corp. is cautiously optimistic about its long-term growth, committing roughly P67 billion to expand energy and water operations through 2030, reinforcing its role in nationwide infrastructure development.
AdventEnergy expands in Mindanao with new power deal for cold storage
AdventEnergy, the retail arm of Aboitiz Power Corporation, has secured an 896-kilowatt power supply contract with Viking Cold Storage Inc., strengthening its presence in Mindanao’s fast-growing cold chain industry.
Property
Major developers explore future Bilibid township project
Some of the country’s largest property developers are signaling early interest in what could emerge as one of Metro Manila’s biggest urban redevelopment projects: the transformation of portions of the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) reservation in Muntinlupa into a mixed-use commercial and residential district.
Filinvest Land sees strong residential sales momentum
Filinvest Land Inc., the property development arm of the Gotianun Group, reported a 62 percent surge in March sales reservations to P2.7 billion, compared to the same month last year.
Megawide posts strong Q1 earnings amid crisis
Megawide Construction Corp. posted a consolidated net income of P265 million in the first three months of 2026, an increase of 26 percent from the year-earlier period amid the onset of the Middle East crisis.
SM Offices says Clark Tech Hub hits full occupancy
SM Offices, the commercial leasing arm of SM Prime Holdings, has achieved full occupancy across its 10-tower, 100,000 square meter Clark Tech Hub in Angeles City, Pampanga.
Technology
GMA Network rises to No. 13 in global digital ranking
GMA Network climbed 11 spots to rank 13th in the Tubular Worldwide Leadership Ranking for April 2026, up from 24th place previously. Its digital content earned a total of 11.18 billion views across major platforms: 5 billion on Instagram, 3.06 billion on Facebook, 2.40 billion on TikTok, and 719 million on YouTube.
PLDT pushes sustainable growth beyond connectivity services
PLDT Inc. is accelerating its transformation from a telecommunications provider into a technology-driven company, betting on artificial intelligence, network resilience, and sustainability initiatives to drive long-term growth while balancing profitability with environmental and social commitments.
Manulife Philippines taps Manish Sangal to drive AI
Manulife Philippines has appointed Manish Sangal as deputy chief executive officer as the insurer strengthens its leadership team and accelerates its digital transformation strategy in the Philippine market.
PLDT expands solar use at cell sites to cut costs, boost network resilience
PLDT Inc. is speeding up the installation of solar power systems at its cell sites, aiming to handle rising electricity expenses and strengthen its network amid global inflation and geopolitical uncertainties.
Opinion
Senate power shift risks Estrada-style backlash
The sudden leadership shake-up in the Senate ahead of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Dutertel may yet prove a poisoned chalice—a glittering prize that offers control today but threatens political liability tomorrow.
A house divided: Lopez family rift tests corporate governance
“Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation, and every house divided against itself will not stand.” In the Lopez corporate universe, the verse now reads less like scripture and more like a live governance case file—complete with injunctions, contested boardrooms, and competing versions of who nearly switched off the lights.
The Days Ahead
Several things have changed over the past month. The global economy is now poised to face another severe slowdown and rising inflation as a result of the Middle East conflict. While the impact on countries may differ in magnitude, the oil supply shock will squeeze economic activity and raise prices significantly.
Fuel crisis or policy gap?
Airline executives were caught off guard when President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. warned that Philippine carriers may be forced to cut flights—or even ground planes—due to a possible jet fuel shortage tied to the escalating U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran.
Exclusive
Visayas roots, Singapore routes: Top Line redraws its map
Singapore is no longer just a distant dot on Top Line Business Development Corp.’s growth chart. It has become a very literal marker of how far the company has travelled in 12 years, from a Visayas-based real estate developer to an emerging energy player now thinking in global supply routes.
Sunlight Air chooses precision over size aloft
In an aviation industry often driven by scale and speed, Sunlight Air is taking a more measured route. The boutique carrier is building its business around efficiency, discipline, and destination depth, convinced that smarter operations can deliver both commercial returns and environmental gains.
PSAC urges stronger funding for Philippines startups
The Private Sector Advisory Council is raising a clear warning. In a recent meeting with the Department of Trade and Industry, PSAC said the Philippine startup scene is slipping behind Southeast Asian peers, not for lack of ideas but for lack of capital that actually moves.
Tariffs rattle, AI thrives: Gruppo EMS builds ahead
Amid escalating US-China trade tensions and renewed tariff uncertainty from Washington, EMS Group of Companies is expanding production, accelerating its push into artificial intelligence hardware, and positioning the Philippines as an increasingly strategic alternative manufacturing base for global electronics firms.
