SM Hotels plates Ilonggo heritage with stories
In Iloilo, history does not just sit in museums it simmers in kitchens and SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. is happily stirring the pot.
Bank lending, liquidity growth signal steady credit conditions in January
Bank lending and money supply continued to expand in January 2026, indicating steady credit conditions in the financial system, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). The latest data show that while credit growth remains strong, the pace of expansion has slightly moderated.
DOE cracks down on fuel stations defying staggered price hikes; 55 show cause orders issued
The Department of Energy (DOE) has cracked down on fuel retailers that allegedly ignored the government-backed staggered fuel price increase scheme, issuing at least 55 show cause orders to stations suspected of irregular pricing practices.
ACEN profit slides as renewable output surges
ACEN Corp., the renewable energy arm of the Ayala Group, reported a sharp drop in net income for 2025 as weaker power prices, weather disruptions, and asset impairments weighed on earnings despite strong growth in renewable energy output.
Transport chief orders arrest of drivers who overcharge passengers
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has ordered stricter enforcement against public utility vehicle drivers who overcharge passengers as fuel prices continue to rise.
