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EastWest expands PERA access via DragonFi, Luna Securities Partnerships

EastWest Bank has broadened access to its Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) products through new partnerships with DragonFi and Luna Securities, giving more Filipinos easy-to-use digital channels to begin investing for their retirement.

Razon tops Philippines rich list as fortunes shrink

The combined wealth of the Philippines' 50 richest individuals fell 8 percent to USD79 billion this year as slowing economic growth, persistent inflation, and a weaker peso eroded corporate valuations, although ports tycoon Enrique Razon Jr. bucked the trend to become the country's richest person for the first time.

BDO partners with foundations to bring solar energy to indigenous communities in Quezon

Living without electricity or paved roads has been a lifelong reality for Liezel Sarmiento, a barangay councilor and member of the Dumagat-Remontado tribe in Sitio Cablao, Quezon.

Medical Center launches Batangas’ first hospital-based urgent care center and wellness facility

The Mary Mediatrix Medical Center (MMMC) has officially opened Batangas’ very first hospital-based urgent care center, along with a new lifestyle and wellness center.

Jobless rate rises in June as labor market shows mixed signals

The Philippines' unemployment rate rose to 4.9 percent in June from 4.8 percent in May, as the number of jobless Filipinos climbed to 2.59 million, underscoring the uneven pace of labor market recovery despite an increase in overall employment.

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Digital filing could speed Philippine competition cases

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) is taking more of its legal processes online, a move that could shorten procedural delays in competition investigations and merger reviews as cases become more complex and time-sensitive.

Globe’s AI drive yields ₱1.2B real value — from using it to making it count

As more businesses adopt artificial intelligence, the focus is shifting from whether we use it to what it actually delivers. Globe has clear answers: as of August 2026, our AI and machine learning efforts have created ₱1.2 billion in measurable benefits.

Meralco launches search for 900-MW steady power supply to meet growing demand 

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has officially kicked off its competitive bidding process to secure 900 megawatts of baseload power, the consistent, round-the-clock supply that forms the backbone of the electricity system.

Kris Aquino returns, takes shopping influence to Shopee

Kris Aquino is back to telling Filipinos what’s worth buying—this time, with an “Add to Cart” button.
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