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Commuters face higher LRT fares as LRMC files for 10.25% hike

The Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) has filed a petition with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) for a 10.25% fare increase on the Light Rail Transit Line 1, a move that could significantly impact daily commuters. A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday to review the proposed hike.

Globe Telecom drives sustainable supply chain with global ESG training

In a bold step toward a greener future, Globe Telecom is empowering its vendors to meet global environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards through comprehensive training, tools, and technology.

Philippine unemployment drops ahead of holiday demand

The country's unemployment rate continued to decline in November 2024, easing to a 3.2 percent, as businesses prepare for the expected increase in demand for goods and services during the Christmas holidays. 

PHINMA Education completes acquisition of St. Jude College

PHINMA Education Holdings Inc., a subsidiary of PHINMA Corp., confirmed the second closing of its acquisition of St. Jude College Dasmariñas Cavite, Inc. on Tuesday, 7 January. 

Filinvest Land pays off P1.7B bonds

Filinvest Land Inc., the listed property arm Gotianun Group, said it recently completed the full repayment of its P1.7 billion, 10-year fixed-rate bonds. 

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Proposed BNPP privatization risks leaving PH behind regional energy peers — advocates

The Department of Energy has confirmed the national government is open to selling the mothballed Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, also referred to as the Philippine Nuclear Power Plant, to private investors, after a South Korean feasibility study found promise in reviving the long‑idle facility.

PhilPlans reminds Filipinos: Early memorial planning eases grief‑time financial strain

When an unexpected loss strikes, grieving families are often forced to make quick financial and logistical choices amid emotional distress—with only days to lock in funeral arrangements, coordinate with relatives, and gather funds for related costs. Pre‑planning, pre‑need provider PhilPlans says, is key to reducing this heavy burden for consumers, while also helping service providers deliver smoother, more predictable support during difficult periods.

BDO Unibank logs steady earnings growth amid tough economic backdrop

BDO Unibank, Inc. reported a nine‑month 2026 net income of ₱63.6 billion, slightly higher than the ₱63.1 billion recorded in the same period of 2025, with a 13.1 percent return on equity reflecting the bank’s solid core business performance.

CBS expands home financing through three developer tie-ups

China Bank Savings (CBS) is expanding its home financing business through partnerships with three property developers, targeting growing residential markets in CALABARZON and Central Visayas as it seeks to widen access to homeownership.
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