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AMRO downgrades Philippine growth as inflation risks rise

The Philippines is poised for slower economic growth and higher inflation over the next two years as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive up energy and commodity costs, prompting the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) to downgrade its economic outlook for the country.

MerryMart board clears delisting, tender offer

MerryMart Consumer Corp. is set to leave the stock market as parent group DoubleDragon Corporation moves to fully absorb the retailer in a consolidation play that underscores the growing push among Philippine conglomerates to streamline operations, unlock synergies and scale faster. 

PNB fuels Green GSM’s nationwide EV expansion

Green GSM Philippines has secured a P2-billion credit facility from Philippine National Bank (PNB), providing a major financial boost to the expansion of the country’s all-electric ride-hailing network as demand for sustainable urban transport gains momentum.

Gilas Women stumble, but fight still burns

Gilas Pilipinas Women opened their FIBA 3x3 World Cup campaign with two losses on Monday, but not without flashing the grit and resilience that have become hallmarks of the program.

New cranes supercharge Gdynia’s Baltic trade ambitions

The Port of Gdynia is strengthening its position as a major Baltic logistics gateway with the arrival of two new quay cranes at the Baltic Container Terminal (BCT), a key upgrade expected to boost cargo-handling capacity, improve efficiency, and accommodate larger vessels.

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Globe adds free cybersecurity scans to GFiber Plans for SME safety

As more businesses go digital and use AI tools, cybersecurity has become as critical as internet access itself. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which drive local jobs and economic growth, are increasingly at risk—cyberattacks targeting them have jumped as much as 325 percent, since automated threats look for weak points regardless of company size.

Alibaba inks long-term global partnership with UEFA

Alibaba Group has signed a multi-year deal to become the exclusive official partner for artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and e-commerce for top European football events. Starting from the 2027–2028 season through 2032–2033, the partnership covers the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, Conference League, and UEFA EURO 2028.

BPI’s Best Life Run returns June 7, unites over 100 firms for wellness

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) will hold its 3rd Best Life Run on June 7, gathering more than 100 companies to promote workplace wellness as it marks its 175th anniversary. Launched internally in 2023 as an employee activity, the event opened to corporate partners and the public in 2024, growing from a simple fitness drive into a platform that encourages well-being across industries.

Rockwell Land eyes Alabang Town Center revival

Rockwell Land Corp., the listed property arm of the Lopez Group, is positioning the redevelopment of Alabang Town Center (ATC) as the cornerstone of its next phase of growth, betting that the iconic southern Metro Manila property can become for Alabang what Rockwell Center became for Makati.
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