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PSAC proposes tax shift, affordable housing to stem real estate slowdown

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The Private Sector Advisory Council Infrastructure Sector, or PSAC-Infra, has laid out key recommendations to manage rising property costs, expand access to affordable housing, and protect jobs and investments as the real estate sector grapples with higher expenses for construction and financing. The proposals were presented during a special meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at Malacañang on September 22, alongside updates on artificial intelligence and investment policies.

BIR tax refunds double to boost business

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The Bureau of Internal Revenue unleashed P23.67 billion in tax refunds between January and September 2026—a staggering 90 percent surge from last year's P12.42 billion. This massive cash injection throws a critical lifeline to Philippine enterprises battling crushing energy costs and soaring operating expenses.

SMX mixes business and appetite in regional culinary push

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Forget boring conference chicken and rubbery convention sandwiches. SMX is officially putting the flavor back in the meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions (MICE) sector, proving that business deals go down a whole lot smoother when paired with authentic local eats.

Clark pushes local sourcing to build resilient supply chains

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The Clark Development Corp. (CDC) is driving local supply chain integration within the Clark Freeport Zone, urging manufacturers and exporters to source materials from fellow locators to cut import reliance under the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC).

Jollibee bags top marketing prize at the NEXT Awards

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Move over, chickenjoy—Jollibee is now serving up a masterclass in digital dominance.
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Globe: Build connectivity into homes from day one

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At the Subdivision and Housing Developers Association Convention, Globe presented connectivity as a fundamental component of modern housing rather than an auxiliary service.

Housing market softens as regional divergence hits record slowdown 

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Residential property prices across the country experienced a significant cooling period in the second quarter of 2026, registering their slowest year-on-year growth rate since tracking began in 2019, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). While property values in the National Capital Region continued to expand, this upward momentum was dragged down by a widespread price drop in regions outside the capital. The downturn, the BSP noted, was most pronounced in regions beyond Greater Manila, marking the first time overall prices outside the capital region have contracted on an annual basis and signaling a clear shift in the country's housing dynamics.

ICTSI takes full ownership of Brazil Logistics subsidiary  

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International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) is taking full ownership of its Brazilian logistics unit iTracker Logistica Inteligente, acquiring the remaining 30 percent stake in a move that expands its control of the intermodal business serving the Port of Rio de Janeiro.

E3 2026 gains strong industry backing ahead of October WTCMM Expo

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E3 2026 gains strong industry backing ahead of October WTCMM Expo Corporate bulletin Event Experience Expo (E3) 2026 is drawing wide support across the MICE sector, with leading firms signing on as partners and sponsors for the October 28–29 event at World Trade Center Metro Manila. The growing roster covers event tech, production, AV, staging, build, logistics, creative services, F&B and more, representing every part of bringing events from plan to reality. WTCMM Chairman and CEO Pamela D. Pascual said modern events must build meaningful connections, drive business, and keep pace with changing tech and expectations. This broad participation shows the value of one shared platform, making E3 a marketplace where buyers find solutions and suppliers showcase expertise, share ideas, and create new opportunities. Official partners are Jublia AI, Geyme, Philippine Daily Inquirer, and Inquirer Business and Inquirer.net. Gold Sponsors include Tourism Promotions Board, Sound Check, Stage Riggers, Video Sonic, Maxione Production, PMX, Go Live Asia, Cityneon, Event Solutions, Ovation Productions, and Westlines Design Technologies. Silver Sponsors are Xstatic, Creativents, Wildsfire, Projection X Events, Starxpo, Confetti Effects, Chamber of Furniture Industries of the Philippines, Precision, IMMRVS Asia, and Straight Up Advertising. Beyond exhibits, E3 offers business matching, buyer engagements, and masterclasses on new tech, trends, and planning best practices. It aims to become the Philippine events sector’s regular hub while expanding regional links. Hosted and organized by WTCMM, the expo runs October 28–29, 2026. WTCMM brings over 26 years of experience, is the country’s first UFI-recognized venue, ISO-certified, DOT- and TPB-accredited, and a member of TCP and PACEOS.
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