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    Majority of Filipinos prioritize food price cuts – survey

    A recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey commissioned by the Stratbase Group reveals that 56 percent of Filipinos view reducing food prices—especially rice and other staples—as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s top priority.

    Jollibee volunteers join coastal tree planting efforts

    The Jollibee Group reinforced its commitment to sustainability and volunteerism by joining the International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 20 and leading a separate tree-planting activity on September 30.

    Japan reaffirms peace at Leyte Gulf Landing Commemoration

    Japan’s Chargé d’Affaires Ono Sho joined Philippine officials and foreign diplomats in marking the 81st anniversary of the historic Leyte Gulf Landings, held from October 19 to 20, 2025, at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park in Palo, Leyte.

    Converge adds Viva content to Xperience Hub

    Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is enhancing its all-in-one set-top box, Xperience Hub, with original Filipino content through a new partnership with Viva Communications Inc. and Reliance Broadcasting Unlimited (RBU).

    DOTr launches unified RFID toll system across Luzon

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Tuesday officially launched a unified toll collection system across Luzon, allowing motorists to use a single RFID sticker to access all major expressways.

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    Construction slump deepens amid flood control scandal

    Construction activity in the Philippines continued to weaken in November 2025, with approved building permits pointing to a sustained slowdown as developers adopt a more cautious stance. 

    Grounded gains, gathering upside momentum

    Philippine equities continue to show underlying strength despite the PSEi’s recent mild pullback, which analysts view as a natural bout of profit-taking after a sharp advance.

    FPA bans online sale of fertilizers, pesticides

    The Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) has banned the online selling and trading of fertilizers and agricultural pesticides, saying these products may only be sold over the counter by authorized dealers.

    CREC sets $2B capex for 2026, flags weak peso as risk

    Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) has set aside up to $2 billion in capital spending for 2026, double last year’s roughly $1 billion budget, as it ramps up renewable energy and battery storage projects.
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