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Small-format retail grows amid Philippine logistics challenges

The long-held retail belief in the Philippines that "bigger is better" is being reshaped as consumers increasingly seek speed, convenience, and accessibility in their shopping experiences. Small-format stores, including neighborhood supermarkets, mini-marts, and convenience stores, have become key players in meeting these demands.

EGCO secures 15-year PSA for Quezon Power

Electricity Generating Public Co. (EGCO), a Thai energy company, has secured a 15-year power supply agreement (PSA) of 400 megawatts (MW) for its coal-fired Quezon Power plant in Mauban, Quezon.

GT Capital rebalancing portfolio beyond banks, vehicles: rules out gaming

GT Capital Holdings Inc., the Ty family’s holding company, is prepared to invest up to USD200 million to diversify its business portfolio and reduce its reliance on the banking and automotive sectors.

Monde Nissin deploying P7.55B this year as capex

Monde Nissin Corp. has set aside P7.55 billion as capital expenditures this year, over 50 percent more than last year's P4.86 billion that underscores its commitment to strengthen its commercial operations, particularly the Asia Pacific branded food and beverage (BFB) division.

PT&T targets mid-year stock market return after 20-year hibernation

PT&T Corp., a leading telecommunications and IT solutions provider in the Philippines, is working toward resuming trading on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) within the first half of 2025, following a voluntary suspension that has lasted nearly two decades.

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Filipinos open to brand switch, EV boom

Filipino car buyers are showing increasing openness to switching brands and exploring alternative vehicle technologies, signaling a potential transformation in the country’s automotive market, according to Deloitte’s 2026 Global Automotive Consumer Study.

DENR: Tree cutting in Manila is legal, with environmental offsets

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) confirmed on Wednesday that tree cutting along Quirino Avenue in Manila is authorized. The work is part of the Southern Access Link Expressway Project, developed by San Miguel Corp., and covered by Permit No. 2026-02-24-TCEBP-1609.

ECOP pushes reforms, AI, and investor confidence

The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) is calling for sweeping reforms to make the Philippine economy more dynamic, resilient, and attractive to investors.

PH sustainable fashion makes global splash in HK

The Philippines made a bold statement in the global sustainable fashion scene, raking in over USD322,000 in export sales at the Hong Kong Fashion and Home Expo 2026. Led by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and CITEM, the delegation showcased the country’s unique blend of heritage, innovation, and eco-conscious design.
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