Metro Manila’s real estate market recorded solid growth across offices, retail, residential, hospitality, and logistics in 2025, signaling sustained business and consumer activity, according to year-end data from Jones Lang LaSalle Philippines (JLL).
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released new guidelines governing the issuance of Sukuk, aiming to strengthen the country’s Islamic capital market and expand Shari’ah-compliant investment options for issuers and investors.
Filinvest REIT Corp. has strengthened its tenant portfolio with the addition of Maxicare Health Services Inc. at Filinvest Three, marking a significant expansion of healthcare services within its Northgate Cyberzone estate.
Digital bank GoTyme Bank has signed a partnership with Maxicare Healthcare Corporation to handle the distribution of professional fees to Maxicare-affiliated doctors.
Globe Telecom has stepped up its support for Filipino customers in the Middle East, rolling out free roaming services and financial relief to ensure they remain connected during the region’s evolving situation.
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.
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.
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.
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.