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Asia United Bank (AUB) continues to see robust earnings growth, with a 36 percent increase in net income to P11.3 billion in 2024, up from P8.3 billion in the previous year. 

Listed firm Basic Energy Corp. and RENOVA Inc. have completed the Joint Development and Shareholders’ Agreement, marking a key milestone in their partnership for RDG Wind Energy Corp. This agreement follows Basic’s fulfillment of the stipulated conditions precedent and includes minor amendments to clarify equity allocation between the two companies.

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. will seek an audience with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to discuss improving the country’s road and bridge infrastructure. The goal is to ensure the smooth flow of agricultural goods, lower transport costs, and strengthen food security.

CLARK FREEPORT ZONE — Clark International Airport Corp. (CIAC) president Jojit Alcazar on Monday said that the new air traffic control (ATC) tower, expected to be operational by 2Q 2025, will significantly enhance air traffic management at Clark International Airport. The tower, built by MSV Construction and Northern Builders, will address visibility issues and improve operational efficiency, particularly as air traffic volume is set to rise.

Personal remittances from overseas Filipinos (OFs) surged to a historic high of USD3.73 billion in December 2024, marking a three percent increase from the previous year. The robust inflows helped push full-year remittances to USD38.34 billion, the highest ever recorded, reflecting a three percent growth over 2023's USD37.21 billion.