Ayala Land Inc. on Tuesday reported that Southmont Central, the newly launched commercial hub within the Southmont estate in Cavite, achieved a 43 percent sell-through rate on its first day of sale, underscoring robust investor confidence in the area’s growth potential.
Manila Water Co. Inc. announced Tuesday that its ₱13-million wastewater recovery upgrade at the Cardona Water Treatment Plant in Rizal is set for completion by September, a move that promises long-term benefits for consumers through enhanced water sustainability and improved service reliability.
Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon personally inspected six EDSA Busway stations—Monumento, Bagong Barrio, Balintawak, SM North, Philam, and Guadalupe—to ensure the full functionality of 18 elevators aimed at serving priority passengers, including senior citizens, pregnant women, and persons with disabilities.
Irradiation Solutions Inc. (ISI), a subsidiary of publicly listed A Brown Co., has acquired a 35 percent stake in Accudata Analytical Labs Corp. for ₱12.5 million, aiming to strengthen its presence in microbiological testing and integrated safety services across key industries.
Aboitiz Foods is banking on digital innovation to drive greater operational efficiency across its animal nutrition business, following the rollout of a proprietary platform called Zoogle.
Filinvest Land Inc. (FLI) has officially begun handing over completed units at its Futura Monte development in Naga City, a key milestone for the firm’s regional expansion. The ceremonial turnover for Building A was held recently at the project’s clubhouse, with qualified buyers now receiving their units. FLI officials said the handover reaffirms the company’s commitment to delivering quality homes in well-connected communities, with succeeding turnovers to follow as more units become ready for occupancy.
Tessie Sy-Coson was just eight when she became a shoe salesgirl during the Christmas rush. Her small frame may have made her an unlikely salesperson, but the experience taught her an early lesson about business: everyone has something to contribute.
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, Indonesia Investment Authority (INA), has entered a strategic partnership with global renewable energy developer Vena Global Group Pte. Ltd. to invest in a 2,800-megawatt portfolio of renewable energy projects spanning Indonesia and the Philippines, the firms announced Wednesday.
For a small-business owner trying to restock shelves, pay suppliers or seize a sudden sales opportunity, waiting weeks for a loan decision can mean missing the moment. Ginbee Go, incoming president and chief executive officer of Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), wants to make getting credit less of an exercise in patience.