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    Mreit income rises 29% in nine months on new asset infusions

    Mreit, Inc., the real estate investment trust of property developer Megaworld Corp., reported a 29 percent jump in income to P935 million in the third quarter of 2025, up from P719.58 million a year earlier. The growth was driven by six newly acquired office properties, higher occupancy, and sustained rental escalations.

    UN climate fund launches $250M support call for vulnerable countries

    At the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) today, the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) opened its first call for funding under the Barbados Implementation Modalities (BIM). The move marks the Fund’s shift from planning to action, allowing developing countries to access aid for climate-related losses.

    Telco taps new laser tech to boost broadband service

    Globe Telecom is rolling out Free Space Optics (FSO), a laser-based technology that delivers fiber-like internet speeds without the need for cables.

    Passenger surge lifts Cebu Pacific profits to P9.5 B

    Cebu Pacific on Thursday reported a 179 percent increase in net income for the first nine months of 2025, driven by strong passenger demand. The Gokongwei-led airline posted a net income of ₱9.5 billion from January to September, up from ₱3.4 billion during the same period last year.

    Boracay Water completes 5-year reforestation of Nabaoy Watershed

    Boracay Water and its partners have successfully completed the reforestation and rehabilitation of 20 hectares in the Nabaoy Watershed as part of their flagship sustainability program, Boracay Highland to Ocean (H2O).

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    EDSA Busway posts record ridership in 2025

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) says more people used the EDSA Busway in 2025, as travel along EDSA became smoother and more reliable.

    Innovation Leap: Philippines’ IP office shines

    The Philippines has quietly pulled off a big leap on the global innovation stage — and the business world should take notice. The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has rocketed to third place in the World Trademark Review’s (WTR) 2026 IP Office Innovation Ranking, jumping from 13th in the previous edition and outperforming many far larger economies.

    MUFG drives PH renewable growth with landmark green deals

    Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) has closed its first sustainable trade asset finance transactions in the Philippines, partnering with renewable energy leaders San Miguel Global Power and SN Aboitiz.

    FDA oversees precautionary Nestlé formula recall

    The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it is actively overseeing and validating the voluntary recall initiated by Nestlé Philippines involving specific batches of NAN OPTIPRO and NANKID OPTIPRO infant formula products, citing a precautionary safety and quality concern.
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