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Choked Hormuz puts global food supply at risk

Food, not fuel, may prove the first and most immediate casualty of the Middle East conflict as disruption grips the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow sea lane with an outsized role in feeding the world.

Brewing billions as cafés reshape Philippine F&B 

The Philippines’ café and bar scene is perking up fast, fueled by shifting lifestyles and sharper tastes. Growth is strongest where caffeine meets culture and everyday routines turn into experiences.

DA chief assures adequate food supply amid oil risks

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Thursday sought to reassure the public that food supply remains stable, even as rising oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East raise concerns over costs.

Carelon Philippines jumps to 3rd best workplace

Carelon Global Solutions Philippines surged to third place in the 2026 Best Workplaces in the Philippines list by Great Place To Work, a sharp rise from ninth last year, underscoring its accelerating push to elevate employee experience and business capability.

NLEX toll rebates offered to help operators cope with fuel hikes

Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) announced on Friday a temporary toll rebate program to help ease the impact of rising fuel costs on the transportation sector.

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Proposed BNPP privatization risks leaving PH behind regional energy peers — advocates

The Department of Energy has confirmed the national government is open to selling the mothballed Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, also referred to as the Philippine Nuclear Power Plant, to private investors, after a South Korean feasibility study found promise in reviving the long‑idle facility.

PhilPlans reminds Filipinos: Early memorial planning eases grief‑time financial strain

When an unexpected loss strikes, grieving families are often forced to make quick financial and logistical choices amid emotional distress—with only days to lock in funeral arrangements, coordinate with relatives, and gather funds for related costs. Pre‑planning, pre‑need provider PhilPlans says, is key to reducing this heavy burden for consumers, while also helping service providers deliver smoother, more predictable support during difficult periods.

BDO Unibank logs steady earnings growth amid tough economic backdrop

BDO Unibank, Inc. reported a nine‑month 2026 net income of ₱63.6 billion, slightly higher than the ₱63.1 billion recorded in the same period of 2025, with a 13.1 percent return on equity reflecting the bank’s solid core business performance.

CBS expands home financing through three developer tie-ups

China Bank Savings (CBS) is expanding its home financing business through partnerships with three property developers, targeting growing residential markets in CALABARZON and Central Visayas as it seeks to widen access to homeownership.
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