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Strong banks, low inflation support PH credit rating

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Thursday welcomed a report by the Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) affirming the resilience and soundness of the Philippine financial system—an assessment that carries important implications for businesses, households, and the broader economy.

BSP hub attracts 6,000+ visitors since May opening

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Hub has welcomed over 6,000 visitors since opening its doors to the public in May 2025. Located at the BSP Head Office along Roxas Boulevard in Manila, the Hub serves as a centralized venue for the BSP’s public-facing services.

Digital finance giants team up for ₱2.75B lending push

Southeast Asia’s leading digital finance platform Atome and the country's top digital bank Maya Bank have signed a ₱2.75 billion (approx. US$48 million) loan channeling agreement aimed at expanding access to credit for millions of underserved Filipinos.

Megaworld raises P2.24B from sale of MREIT shares

Megaworld Corp., the listed property development business of billionaire Andrew Tan, said it has sold 168.6 million ommon shares of its sponsored retail estate and investment trust, MREIT Inc., in a block sale transaction that raised around P2.24 billion before fees and taxes.

Del Monte Pacific receives auditor disclaimer

Del Monte Pacific Limited has disclosed that its independent auditor, Ernst & Young LLP, issued a disclaimer of opinion on its consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025, citing insufficient audit evidence related to its U.S. subsidiary.

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DA backs calamity declaration to mobilize El Niño response 

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has backed a proposal to declare a state of calamity to mobilize government resources against the worsening effects of El Niño, saying authorities must act quickly as forecasts point to a potentially severe climate event.

Prime Midstream sees sustained gas demand as power needs rise

Prime Midstream expects demand for natural gas to remain strong as the Philippines faces growing electricity needs, volatile fuel prices and the challenge of balancing renewable energy growth with reliable power supply.

Japanese diplomat reaffirms bilateral ties at 82nd Leyte Gulf landings commemoration

Japanese Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Ono Sho attended the 82nd Anniversary of the Leyte Gulf Landings recently at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park, framing his presence as a gesture of friendship spanning the political, defense, economic, and diplomatic spheres.

San Miguel earns USDA recognition for $370 million in imports

San Miguel Corp. (SMC) has received recognition from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) for importing nearly USD370 million worth of American agricultural products in 2026, highlighting the Philippines’ importance as a market for US farm exports.
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