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Union Digital Bank expects to break even in 2026

Union Digital Bank (UDB), the digital banking arm of Union Bank of the Philippines, expects to make money finally in 2026 as it recovers from earlier losses and improves its loan quality.

SMC defends Bulacan airport project amid online doubt

San Miguel Corp. (SMC) said land development work for the New Manila International Airport in Bulacan is progressing and follows international standards, with global dredging firm Boskalis Westminster continuing to support the project.

10-month overseas remittances reach US$29.2 billion

Cash remittances from overseas Filipinos reached US$3.17 billion in October 2025, bringing the total for January to October to US$29.20 billion, underscoring their continued role as a key driver of household spending and foreign exchange inflows in the economy.

Belgian pork offers stability amid ASF pressures

As the Philippines intensifies efforts to contain African Swine Fever (ASF), global pork supply chains are adjusting, and Belgian exporters are positioning themselves as a dependable alternative source for the local market.

Meralco opens bidding for green power drive

The Manila Electric Co., the country largest power distributor better known as Meralco, has launched a Competitive Selection Process (CSP) to secure 200 megaWatts of baseload renewable energy capacity, strengthening compliance with its Renewable Portfolio Standards obligations and signaling fresh momentum for green power procurement.

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Novel Hotel Manila targets corporate events market

Novel Hotel Manila is stepping up its push into the corporate events market, positioning its Taguig property as an integrated venue for meetings, executive gatherings and company celebrations near Bonifacio Global City.

VinFast deploys EV fleet for ASEAN energy meeting 

VinFast is deploying 11 electric vehicles as the official fleet for ASEAN Dialogue Partners at the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM44) in Manila, putting electric mobility on display as the region weighs cleaner and more secure energy systems.

Port holiday raises supply disruption, price concerns

Consumer groups warned Tuesday that the week-long “port holiday” could deepen supply disruptions and add pressure on prices of basic goods, as truckers protest congestion, high fees and mounting losses.

ERC clears BKS Green Energy’s transmission line for Isabela solar facility

Yuchengco-led BKS Green Energy Corp. has obtained official approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to build and operate a dedicated point-to-point transmission system supporting its 33.831-megawatt Limbauan Solar Project Phase 2 in San Pablo, Isabela.
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