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Cash remittances hit $3B in June, boosting policy space

Cash remittances from overseas Filipinos rose by 3.7 percent year-on-year to US$2.99 billion in June 2025, up from US$2.88 billion in the same month last year, according to data released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

DA urged to unite for bold agricultural reforms

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. issued a call for creativity and unity within the Department of Agriculture as it faces critical scrutiny over its 2026 budget and proposed legislative reforms in Congress.

DM Wenceslao net income rises in 1H on strong leasing

D.M. Wenceslao and Associates Inc. (DMW) reported a first-half 2025 net income of P936 million, reflecting steady growth across its rental-driven portfolio.

DoubleDragon income soars, Hotel101 lists on Nasdaq

DoubleDragon Corp., a listed property developer, posted a P2.37 billion consolidated net income for the first half of the year, a 44 percent increase year-on-year, backed by robust property revenues and strategic expansion. 

Shell Pilipinas profit slumps 45% amid oil price drop

Shell Pilipinas Corp. reported a 44.7 percent decline in net income for the first half of 2025, totaling P965.32 million, down from P1.7 billion in the same period last year, according to its quarterly filing to the Philippine Stock Exchange.

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Metrobank closes select Metro Manila branches for ASEAN Summit special non‑working days

Several Metrobank branches across Metro Manila will be closed November 16‑18, 2026, in line with Malacañang’s declaration of special non‑working days for the 49th ASEAN Summit, the bank announced.

San Miguel keeps core income steady in nine month results amid economic pressures

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) maintained flat year‑on‑year core income for the first nine months of 2026 despite rising interest and input costs, showing the resilience of the Philippine conglomerate’s diversified portfolio.

Mendoza takes helm at BOC

Former Bureau of Internal Revenue chief Charlito Martin R. Mendoza took over the Bureau of Customs on Friday, pledging to strengthen border protection and revenue collection while easing the movement of legitimate trade.

AC Health expands Valenzuela partnership to early childhood care

AC Health is extending its healthcare partnership with Valenzuela City beyond hospitals and dialysis services to address a critical but often overlooked part of public health: identifying developmental difficulties in children early enough to make a difference.
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