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BPI app, online services crash on payday, users vent frustration

Bank of the Philippine Islands account holders raised a collective howl in the early evening hours Friday following the latest outage of the lender's app and online services.

SMC 1Q revenue jumps 19% on strong business growth

San Miguel Corporation reported a strong first quarter for 2026, with revenues rising 19 percent to P428.3 billion, driven by solid performance across its food, power, fuel, infrastructure, and cement businesses.

PEZA, BCDA boost New Clark investment drive

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) are tightening coordination to position New Clark City as a more seamless and investor-friendly destination under the expanding Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC).

PLDT Enterprise, Araneta City strengthen digital infrastructure partnership

PLDT Enterprise and Araneta City Inc. (ACI) have expanded their long-running partnership to upgrade the digital infrastructure of Araneta City, supporting the district’s growing technology and connectivity needs.

Toyota Philippines drives growth through electrified vehicles

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026 despite softer vehicle demand and broader economic headwinds, with strong growth in electrified vehicles helping sustain its leadership in the local automotive market.

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PH gaming revenues tumble as e-games slow 

The Philippine gaming industry posted a nearly 16-percent drop in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the first quarter of 2026 as weaker consumer spending slowed activity in the electronic gaming segment that had driven industry growth in recent years.

Pickup Coffee ramps up franchising expansion

Pickup Coffee is accelerating its nationwide expansion through franchising as the fast-growing local chain targets at least 800 stores by end-2026, underscoring rising demand for affordable and convenient coffee among Filipino consumers.

Green GSM eyes 18,500 EVs for PH

Vietnam-based mobility platform Green GSM is ramping up its Philippine expansion after signing agreements with 75 transport companies and cooperatives for the planned deployment of up to 18,497 VinFast VF 5, Herio Green, and Limo Green electric vehicles across major urban centers nationwide.

US envoy to push PH tech corridor

US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg will visit the Philippines next week as Washington ramps up efforts to deepen economic security and technology ties with Manila under the newly launched Pax Silica initiative.
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