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    Foreign currency reserves rise, helping buffer peso weakness

    The country’s gross international reserves increased to US$112.5 billion as of end-January 2026, based on preliminary Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data, providing a strong external buffer at a time when the local currency has shown some weakness against the US dollar.

    Off-dock returns pitch targets Manila port jam

    A proposal to move empty containers off-dock could relieve pressure at the Manila International Container Port, with the United Port Users Confederation of the Philippines urging the Bureau of Customs to redirect haulers to private depots.

    PH, US pact pushes shift from raw ore exports to minerals processing

    The Philippine government has signed an agreement with the United States aimed at developing the country’s critical minerals and rare earths sector, a move seen as key to transforming the Philippines into a regional minerals processing hub.

    PH–Australia deal smooths seafarer mobility, trade

    Australia and the Philippines have reinforced maritime cooperation by reaffirming the mutual recognition of seafarer certificates, a move expected to ease administrative barriers and improve shipping efficiency between the two nations, the Australian Embassy in Manila said.

    Delica legacy drives return of Mitsubishi Versa Van

    The Mitsubishi Delica nameplate makes its in the Philippines in a new form, as Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) reintroduces the Versa Van—positioned as a dependable, modern people-mover for growing enterprises.

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    Ayala Corp. warns vs investment scam using fake Spinneys Philippines accounts

    Ayala Corporation on Saturday issued a warning to the public regarding a fraudulent investment scheme circulating online that falsely uses the Ayala name and branding.

    AI takes centre stage at Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games

    Artificial intelligence and cloud technology will play a bigger role than ever at the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, as Alibaba Cloud partners again with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS).

    Lunar New Year: Red envelopes kick-start the business mood

    The Lunar New Year, by law, is a special non-working holiday in the Philippines.

    Hustle, burnout, and the AI era: Rethinking success for Filipinos

    As artificial intelligence reshapes how people work and learn, conversations about ambition, productivity, and wellbeing are gaining urgency—especially in countries like the Philippines, where hustle culture runs deep.
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