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DA rallies cold chain sector to boost food security

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Thursday called on the Cold Chain Association of the Philippines (CCAP) to support the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) push to accelerate the development of cold storage infrastructure—a key component in the food security agenda of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Alex Eala falls short in Eastbourne, but wins hearts

Under an overcast sky in Eastbourne, with flags snapping in the stiff seaside breeze and tension thick enough to cut with a knife, Alex Eala stood one point away from the biggest win of her young tennis career.

Wall Street ends week higher as risks ease

US stocks closed the week on a high note, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite notching fresh closing highs Friday, as easing geopolitical tensions and renewed trade optimism lifted investor sentiment.

SM Weekend Market connects local farmers with urban consumers

The SM Group continues to enable inclusive development by equipping smallholder farmers with practical, sustainable farming skills, empowering them to uplift their livelihoods and strengthen food security in their communities.

Nike shares soar despite Q4 earnings fall

Shares of Nike Inc. surged 15 percent on Friday, as investors embraced the company's upbeat outlook and strategic “Win Now” plan, despite a steep drop in both quarterly and full-year earnings for the period ending May 31.

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RLC breaks ground on FedEx logistics hub in Clark, expands industrial portfolio

Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), through joint venture RL Clark Logistix Inc. (RCLX) with Asian Infrastructure Holdings Corp. (AIHC), has started construction of a dedicated logistics facility for FedEx at Clark International Airport in Pampanga. RLC holds an 85 percent stake in RCLX, while AIHC owns the remaining 15 percent. The project is coordinated with key government and airport bodies: BCDA, Clark Development Corp., and airport operator LIPAD.

BSP pushes PERA adoption, cites tax benefits and economic gains

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is urging businesses to offer the Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) program to employees, highlighting major tax incentives and wider economic benefits.

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. 

GoTyme Bank expands share ownership to nearly all staff, setting new industry standard

GoTyme Bank, a partnership between the Gokongwei Group and Tyme Bank, announced on Thursday that it will broaden its share ownership program to include all eligible employees in good standing. This move marks a major shift in the local banking industry, where such benefits are traditionally limited only to top executives.
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