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PSE net income holds steady in 2025 despite revenue surge

The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. (PSE) posted a net income of ₱1.22 billion in 2025, nearly unchanged from ₱1.21 billion the previous year, despite a doubling of its operating revenues to ₱2.84 billion. The increase was largely driven by the consolidation of Philippine Dealing System Holdings Corp. (PDS) into its financials, as well as higher trading and capital-raising activities.

Aurora hub powers ASEAN cable play

InfiniVAN Philippines is pumping USD31 million into its cable landing system (CLS) in Aurora, ramping up the country’s international bandwidth as hyperscalers, telcos and data center operators scramble for capacity.

GSIS partners with PGEA to promote Ginhawa Go microloan for government workers

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) is partnering with the Philippine Government Employees Association (PGEA) to increase awareness of Ginhawa Go, its short-term microloan program for government employees.

Trilateral tech partnership for better customer experience

A cross-border tech alliance is betting that better algorithms will translate into better customer experiences for Philippine businesses.

SMIC eyes 2026 growth amid risks

SM Investments Corp., the flagship investment holding company of the SM Group, is tempering ambition with vigilance as it looks toward 2026, flagging geopolitical turbulence and oil-driven inflation as key swing factors for growth.

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GMA seeks analog‑TV shutdown delay, cites unresolved viewer aid plan

GMA Network Inc. has filed a request with the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to push back the scheduled analog television shutdown, saying key rules for a government support program meant to protect households are still not in place.

Business, labor groups push supply diversification amid China tensions

Philippine business and labor groups are urging the government to reduce the country’s exposure to China by diversifying suppliers, expanding trade links and rebuilding domestic manufacturing capacity, warning that diplomatic friction can quickly become an economic problem.

More MRT‑3 trains roll out ahead of holiday rush; EDSA Busway upgrades also underway

The Department of Transportation has deployed three extra train sets for the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 starting Monday to boost capacity and ease crowding as Metro Manila braces for heavier holiday‑season commuter traffic.

DOT taps BINI, Alden to turn fandom into tourism

The Department of Tourism is tapping the drawing power of BINI and actor Alden Richards to promote Philippine destinations, linking pop culture with regional diplomacy, heritage and cycling tourism.
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