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Disciplined billions fuel SM Prime growth in 2025; P100B capex planned for 2026

SM Prime Holdings, Inc., one of the largest integrated property developers in Southeast Asia controlled by the Sy Group, is setting aside about P100 billion in capital expenditures for 2026, matching last year’s outlay while sharpening its focus on returns after posting a 7 percent rise in 2025 profit.

Stablecoins spark Philippines trading boom

Coins.ph has roared into the new year with record-breaking numbers, posting a 327 percent surge in spot trading volume as stablecoins cement their role in the country’s fast-evolving digital finance landscape.

Prosperity rings up at sari-sari stores

Across the Philippines, neighborhood sari-sari stores are seeing a surge in sales of culturally symbolic goods as shoppers stock up on items believed to usher in good luck.

DA reopens door to Czech pork after ASF clearance

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has lifted its temporary ban on pork and swine product imports from the Czech Republic after the European nation resolved its African swine fever (ASF) cases.

Globe taps Confluent to accelerate enterprise AI shift

Globe Business has formed a strategic alliance with Confluent to help Philippine enterprises speed up artificial intelligence (AI) adoption through real-time data streaming.

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Ayala Land’s Vertis North Rain Garden wins two Golds

Ayala Land’s Vertis North Rain Garden has won two Gold Awards at the NEXT Awards Philippines 2026, recognizing a campaign ll that highlighted the role of nature-based infrastructure in helping cities manage heavier rainfall and flood risks.

Green GSM expands EV taxi network to Northern Mindanao

Green GSM has expanded its electric taxi network to Northern Mindanao, extending its Philippine footprint beyond major urban markets as the company works to build a nationwide electric mobility business.

PSEi slump raises risks for expansion, hiring, financing

The Philippine stock market’s recent slide is raising concerns that weaker investor confidence could eventually weigh on business expansion, hiring and access to financing, the Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) said.

Paalam beats world champion, moves closer to Asiad gold

Carlo Paalam is one fight away from ending a 16-year wait for Philippine boxing gold at the Asian Games, after outboxing a reigning world champion on Wednesday.
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