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New GSIS trustees pledge strong financial and public service focus

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has welcomed its newly appointed board of trustees, who took their oath of office before Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin and immediately held their first board meeting to set priorities for the country’s largest pension fund.

Gasoline, diesel, kerosene set for big price hike

The various fuel retailers will raise the price of petroleum products this week, with gasoline up by P1.70 per liter, diesel by P2.70, and kerosene by P2.10. The adjustments will take effect Tuesday morning, with Seaoil, Jetti, and PTT implementing the hike at 6:00 a.m., and Caltex at 6:01 a.m.

Start saving now and win big with BDO, says Alden Richards

Actor and entrepreneur Alden Richards is encouraging Filipinos to start saving without delay. “Don’t wait for the perfect moment to start saving—now's the best time to open an account,” he says.

Treasury bill rates mixed as Fed tempers hopes

Average rates on Treasury bills moved in mixed directions at Monday’s auction, as investors reacted to signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve that it may hold off on cutting interest rates in December.

DA pledges stronger support for banana exports

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Friday vowed stronger government support for the country’s banana sector, unveiling a package of interventions to fight the spread of Panama disease and restore competitiveness in global markets.

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Gokongwei, Salazar named MAP Management Persons of the Year

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has named JG Summit Holdings Inc. President and CEO Lance Y. Gokongwei and PHINMA Corporation President and COO Dr. Chito B. Salazar as its 2026 Management Persons of the Year, recognizing their contributions to corporate transformation, education and inclusive economic growth.

DOF targets cheaper remittances, faster development financing

The Department of Finance (DOF) is pursuing lower remittance costs and faster access to development financing, targeting transaction expenses that weigh on Filipino households and administrative delays that can slow government programs.

FAST charts Cebu expansion after return to Chiongbian family

FAST Logistics Group is looking to expand its presence in Cebu following its return to the Chiongbian family, sharpening its focus on the province as a base for strengthening supply chains and helping local businesses reach markets nationwide.

Limlingan takes SSS helm, eyes loans, investment returns

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed finance and investment veteran Victor Alfonso Limlingan as president and chief executive officer of the Social Security System (SSS), effective October 16, 2026, placing loan expansion and pension fund investment performance at the center of his incoming agenda.
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