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Ayala Group opens applications for 2026 summer internship program 

The Ayala Group has opened applications for the 2026 Ayala Group Summer Internship Program (AGSIP), starting February 27.

Inflation to stay within forecasts in February, but pressure builds

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) expects inflation in February 2026 to settle between 2.3 percent and 3.1 percent, staying within the government’s 2 to 4 percent target range.

FFCCCII aims big with ASEAN Summit

The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) is accelerating efforts to attract Chinese investments as it gears up to host the ASEAN-Chinese Business Leaders Summit in Metro Manila from October 18–20, 2026.

Pag-IBIG boosts dividends anew

State-run Pag-IBIG Fund has declared higher dividend rates for 2025, signaling robust financial health and reaffirming its commitment to maximizing members’ savings.

SMX expands Luzon footprint boldly

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. is set to broaden its presence in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector with three new SMX Trade Halls slated to open across Luzon by fourth quarter of 2026.

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Peso, oil risks cloud Philippine stocks, 2027 investment outlook

Philippine stocks could face more turbulence toward year-end as a weaker peso, surging oil prices and the prospect of further interest rate hikes raise questions about corporate earnings and investment spending in 2027.

PCC warns MGen, PEMHI of heavier fines, possible loss of merger clearance

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has warned MERALCO PowerGen Corp. (MGen) and Pilipinas Enterprise Management Holdings Inc. (PEMHI) that paying a P5.8-million penalty does not close the book on their merger compliance, with repeat violations potentially drawing heavier fines or even nullification of their conditional clearance.

DOE considers special GEA round to address El Niño impact

The Department of Energy (DOE) is exploring a special Green Energy Auction (GEA) round tailored to boost the country’s resilience against the severe effects of El Niño, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin confirmed on Monday. The proposed initiative would prioritize floating solar installations, which can also help reduce water loss from critical dams and reservoirs during periods of intense heat and drought.

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.
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