Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions Inc., the only pure-play high-speed fixed broadband operator, on Tuesday reported an 18 percent growth in net income to P2.6 billion on strong subscriber growth and an improvement in churn rate.
Manila Water Services Inc., the water concession controlled by billionaire Enrique Razon Jr., on Tuesday reported a 37 percent surge in its first-quarter net income of P3.12 billion, pushed higher by the double-digit increase in water rates at the start of this year.
Bloomberry Resorts Corp., the resorts and casino business of tycoon Enrique Razon Jr., said Tuesday first-quarter net income declined 11 percent to P2.6 billion due mainly to pre-operating expenses of Solaire Resort North, the newest property of the listed company located in Quezon City.
Philippine Seven Corp., the listed company that holds the local franchise of convenience store chain 7-11, posted a 21 percent growth in first-quarter net income to P639.3 million, driven by the continued expansion of the store network and improving customer traffic.
Jollibee Foods Corp., one of the largest Asian food service companies, saw a 27 percent increase in first-quarter net income to P2.62 billion, pushed higher by robust sales and gains from operational efficiencies.
“Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation, and every house divided against itself will not stand.” In the Lopez corporate universe, the verse now reads less like scripture and more like a live governance case file—complete with injunctions, contested boardrooms, and competing versions of who nearly switched off the lights.
The Philippines recorded improvements in financial inclusion in 2025, according to a report by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), with more young people and women gaining access to financial accounts.
Food manufacturers and retailers are warning of potential long-term shortages as rising fuel costs and geopolitical tensions disrupt the steady flow of raw materials and finished goods into the Philippines.
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is urging Vietnamese automaker VinFast to consider establishing manufacturing operations in the Philippines, as the government accelerates plans for a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) incentive program.