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Digital portal speeds up farm loans for Negros farmers

Farmers in Negros Oriental are getting quicker access to government-backed farm loans with the rollout of a new digital system designed to simplify applications and approvals.

PHINMA expands in Bacolod with TRYP

PHINMA Corp. is deepening its investment in the fast growing Visayas hub of Bacolod City after breaking ground for TRYP by Wyndham Bacolod, a lifestyle hotel designed to anchor its Saludad township and capture the city’s rising tourism and business activity.

Navratilova sees edge waiting inside Eala

Under the desert sun of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, praise from a legend landed with both sparkle and a challenge.

US-Iran conflict sends oil prices soaring

Global oil markets swung violently Monday as the escalating conflict between the US and Iran disrupted one of the world’s most important energy corridors, briefly sending crude prices soaring before easing on hints the conflict might end soon.

Finance Execs Stay Cautiously Confident Amid Global Risks

Philippine businesses remain optimistic about long-term growth, but financial executives are exercising greater discipline as global uncertainties persist, according to Carlo Lazatin, president of the Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX).

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World Bank backs Philippines reform agenda with $800M loan

The World Bank has approved an USD800-million financing package for the Philippines aimed at strengthening fiscal resilience, improving the business climate and equipping Filipino workers with skills needed for higher-quality jobs.

Grab, MOVE IT launch fuel relief for drivers

Ride-hailing giant Grab and motorcycle taxi platform MOVE IT have rolled out an emergency support program for drivers as surging fuel prices threaten the earnings of thousands of transport workers across the Philippines.

Philippines eyes US-led Pax Silica, critical minerals pact with Canada

The Philippines is seeking to join the US-led Pax Silica Initiative while exploring a critical minerals partnership with Canada, as Manila steps up efforts to position itself in emerging supply chains tied to artificial intelligence, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing.

Philippines urges ASEAN investment certainty amid geopolitical uncertainties

The Philippines on Friday urged fellow members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to reinforce policy stability and cooperation across the region, warning that rising geopolitical tensions are increasingly shaping investment flows and economic confidence.
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