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SM Silangan warehouses fully leased on logistics boom

SM Prime Holdings Inc., the listed property development arm of the Sy Group, said its commercial property arm has fully leased its Silangan warehouse complex in Laguna, reflecting rising demand for logistics space as e-commerce activity expands and manufacturers strengthen supply chains.

GSIS to offer solar panel loans for gov’t workers

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will soon launch a loan program to help government employees install solar panels in their homes.

Young farmers to compete in national agribusiness challenge in Iloilo

The Department of Agriculture (DA) will hold the Young Farmers Challenge Season 5 National Competition, Business Conference, and Awarding Ceremony in Iloilo City, highlighting innovative agribusiness ideas from young Filipinos.

Semirara Mining profit falls as coal, power prices cool

Semirara Mining and Power Corp., the energy arm of the Consunji Group, saw profits tumble in 2025 as softer coal and electricity prices offset record production and power sales, underscoring the impact of easing energy markets after the commodity surge of recent years.

PHINMA pushes expansion on growth amid headwinds

PHINMA Corp. closed 2025 with modest profits but heavy investments, as the diversified conglomerate poured capital into education, construction materials, property and hospitality projects to build its next phase of growth.

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BIR sets year-end deadline for e-invoicing compliance

Businesses covered by the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s (BIR) electronic invoicing mandate have until year-end to upgrade billing and accounting systems, potentially adding to software, technology and training costs.

Philippine-EU trade deal key as GSP+ exit nears

The Philippines is pushing for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union to protect preferential market access and shield exporters from higher tariffs as the country moves closer to losing eligibility for the EU’s Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+).

UK seeks immediate trade gains with Philippines

The United Kingdom is seeking to deepen trade and investment ties with the Philippines without waiting for Manila’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), signaling a parallel approach to bilateral and regional economic integration.

Taiwan firm brings robotics manufacturing to Batangas

Taiwan-based CQS Precision Die Casting Inc. is expanding into the Philippines with a new manufacturing facility in Batangas, adding robotics production to the industrial mix at LIMA Estate.
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