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Malacanang appoints new PAGCOR president, COO

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. On Thursday welcomed its new president and chief operating officer, lawyer Wilma Eisma, who took her oath of office before Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin in Malacanang.

GCash claims having nearly 500k GStocks subscribers

G-Xchange Inc., which owns GCash, on Thursday claimed nearly half a million users of its GStocks as it ramped up the reach of its stock investment platform.

Converge completes fast internet installation at NAIA terminals

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. on Thursday said it completed fiber-powering the country’s main gateway, the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), as it deploys free public wifi at NAIA Terminals 1 and 2. 

Axelum renews multi-year coconut water supply deal with Vita Coco

Axelum Resources Corp., the country’s leading fully-integrated manufacturer and exporter of premium coconut products, said Thursday it signed a multi-year deal with The Vita Coco Company, Inc., one of the world’s largest coconut water brands.

DA eyes higher 2025 budget to address severe lack of farm infra

The Department of Agriculture is finalizing a proposal that will substantially increase its budget for 2025 to pursue its goal of modernizing the farm and fisheries sectors to produce more food, ensure food security, and increase incomes of farmers and fishermen.

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Gokongwei, Salazar named MAP Management Persons of the Year

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has named JG Summit Holdings Inc. President and CEO Lance Y. Gokongwei and PHINMA Corporation President and COO Dr. Chito B. Salazar as its 2026 Management Persons of the Year, recognizing their contributions to corporate transformation, education and inclusive economic growth.

DOF targets cheaper remittances, faster development financing

The Department of Finance (DOF) is pursuing lower remittance costs and faster access to development financing, targeting transaction expenses that weigh on Filipino households and administrative delays that can slow government programs.

FAST charts Cebu expansion after return to Chiongbian family

FAST Logistics Group is looking to expand its presence in Cebu following its return to the Chiongbian family, sharpening its focus on the province as a base for strengthening supply chains and helping local businesses reach markets nationwide.

Limlingan takes SSS helm, eyes loans, investment returns

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed finance and investment veteran Victor Alfonso Limlingan as president and chief executive officer of the Social Security System (SSS), effective October 16, 2026, placing loan expansion and pension fund investment performance at the center of his incoming agenda.
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