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Marcos declares state of national energy emergency 

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday declared a state of national energy emergency through Executive Order No. 110, citing the growing economic risks posed by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Philippines pushes deeper economic ties with Japan

The Philippines is seeking to strengthen and future-proof its long-standing economic partnership with Japan, a relationship seen as critical to regional stability and growth, according to Cezar Consing, president and CEO of Ayala Corp.

GT Capital reassesses capex, growth plans

GT Capital Holdings is reviewing its capital expenditure and growth strategy for 2026 as it navigates uncertainty from an unfolding global crisis, Vice Chairman Alfred Ty said.

ADB unveils support package amid Middle East crisis

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Tuesday announced a broad financial support package aimed at helping developing member countries (DMCs) cushion the economic fallout from the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

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.

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Cement makers pin recovery on infrastructure spending

Philippine cement makers are banking on a pickup in government infrastructure spending to stabilize demand at about 34 million tons this year, as the industry grapples with excess capacity, high energy costs, and a weaker peso.

Philippine Airlines, Singapore Tourism Board invite Filipinos to spontaneous Singapore escapes

Travel experts often say the best trip moments are the unplanned ones — happy detours, new activities or unexpected finds that never made the original itinerary. Now Philippine Airlines (PAL) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) are encouraging Filipino travelers to embrace that spirit with their joint “We Don’t Wait for Fun” and “SG Sige G!” campaign.

NLEX opens new C5 Northlink section ahead of Undas travel rush

NLEX Corporation held the inauguration of a new stretch of the NLEX‑C5 Northlink project on Thursday, timed before the big holiday traffic buildup for Undas.

PAGCOR earnings plunge as gaming revenues weaken 

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) saw its net income plunge 85 percent to P2.17 billion in January to September 2026, as a steep decline in electronic gaming revenues and higher statutory remittances squeezed its earnings.
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