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    New BSP rule opens more investment doors for OFWs

    The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has revised its investment regulations to allow greater participation by overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in retirement-focused funds, a move aimed at strengthening the country’s private pension system and capital markets.

    EEI transfers Cavite assets for shares

    Listed construction and engineering firm EEI Corp. announced that its board of directors has approved the transfer of training facilities in Tanza, Cavite—valued at P164 million—to its wholly owned subsidiary, EEI Training Academy Corp., in exchange for shares under a tax-free property-for-share swap.

    Apple shares soar on frenzy over iPhone 17

    Shares of Apple Inc. surged to a record high on Monday, driven by strong early demand for its newly released iPhone 17 across key markets in China and the US.

    PH among SEA hotspots for industrial malware — Kaspersky

    The Philippines remains one of Southeast Asia’s top hotspots for industrial malware attacks, according to a new report presented at the Kaspersky Industrial Cybersecurity Conference (KICS) 2025. 

    PhilCare lists essential for earthquake survival

    In the wake of recent earthquake tremors across Metro Manila and nearby provinces, leading HMO provider PhilCare is calling on Filipino families to prepare emergency go bags to improve survival chances in the critical 72 hours following a major quake.

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    Orchestra of the Filipino Youth kicks off 2026 season with Tchaikovsky tribute

    The Orchestra of the Filipino Youth (OFY) opens its 2026 concert season with ELEVATE: Triumphs of Tchaikovsky on February 1, 2026, at the Proscenium Theater, Rockwell. The performance spotlights the nation’s young classical musicians, celebrating their growth, discipline, and artistic excellence.

    MAP Charts ASEAN Ambitions, National Impact

    The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), under newly installed president Donald Lim, is repositioning itself as a more outward-looking, action-oriented organization—one that aims to play a deeper role in nation-building while asserting a stronger private sector voice in ASEAN that ultimately benefits Filipinos.

    PH leads ASEAN energy agenda, eyes sector benefits

    The Department of Energy (DOE) is confident the power sector will gain as the country leads regional energy discussions under its ASEAN chairmanship. The Philippines will host the ASEAN Special Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME) and related meetings in Bohol from January 20 to 22, 2026.

    DTI cement safeguards spark local revival

    The issuance of a Department of Trade and Industry administrative order imposing definitive general safeguard measures on imported cement is expected to lift capacity utilization in the domestic industry, preserve jobs, unlock fresh investments, and create positive multiplier effects across the economy.
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