Watsons Philippines bags 5 wins in Anvil
Watsons Philippines just turned recognition into a masterclass in modern PR. At the 61st Anvil Awards, the retailer clinched five trophies—two Gold, three Silver—proving that purpose-led storytelling can sell, scale, and still serve the public good.
Real inflation villain isn’t demand—it is supply
Inflation in the Philippines has a familiar villain. Every few years, prices surge, household budgets snap, and policymakers reach for the same lever that raises interest rates. But new research suggests they may be shadowboxing the wrong enemy.
SMC Global Power approves up to P30B bond issuance
San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp., the power generation arm of San Miguel Corp., has approved the issuance of up to P30 billion worth of peso-denominated bonds, underscoring its continued access to capital markets as it expands its energy portfolio.
Truck sales rev higher on infra push
The Philippine truck industry is shifting into a higher gear in 2026, buoyed by infrastructure expansion, rising logistics demand, and continued fleet upgrades, according to the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).
Fuel prices rise for fifth straight week as global tensions push costs up
Retail fuel prices will go up again this week, marking the fifth consecutive week of increases in 2026. Starting Tuesday morning, gasoline and kerosene prices will increase by ₱0.60 per liter, while diesel will rise by ₱1 per liter.
