PH bonds near inclusion in key global index
The Philippines is now in the final review phase for potential inclusion in J.P. Morgan’s Government Bond Index for Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), a move seen by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) as a major step toward attracting more foreign investment and deepening local capital markets.
Andrew Tan’s Travellers targets 2026 for new resort builds
Travellers International Hotel Group Inc., the gaming and leisure company controlled by tycoon Andrew Tan, announced it will begin construction of two major gaming facilities in Mactan, Cebu and Boracay Island, Aklan by next year, with a combined investment of $700 million.
IT modernization gains momentum, but cyber gaps persist
A new global study by research and advisory firm IDC, sponsored by Rocket Software, shows that IT modernization has become a top priority for nearly two-thirds of enterprise executives.
DOTr mandates weekly public transport use for officials
Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has issued a directive requiring all Department of Transportation (DOTr) officials to commute to the office at least once a week. This policy aims to deepen officials’ understanding of the daily challenges faced by commuters and to inform more effective public transport policies.
Jollibee marks country’s first well-known trademark
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has officially declared Jollibee’s iconic Mascot and Stacked Logo as the country’s first-ever Well-Known Marks (WKM) under its newly established administrative process. The recognition, conferred on August 10, 2025, marks a significant legal and commercial milestone for the homegrown brand.
