BOI, MinDA team up to unlock investments
The Board of Investments (BOI) and the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) have strengthened their partnership to fast-track investments and position Mindanao as a major driver of economic growth in the Philippines.
Alliance targets P141B revenue drain from illegal trade
A broad alliance of government agencies and industry groups is stepping up efforts to curb illicit trade, targeting an estimated P141 billion in lost revenues over the past two years through a coordinated enforcement and revenue-protection strategy.
InLife eyes wider reach after banner year
InLife is stepping on the growth accelerator in 2026 after posting a strong 2025 performance, banking on wider insurance penetration, expanded employee benefits offerings, and faster digitalization to sustain momentum.
Eala topples another top seed, reaches Berlin semis
Less than 24 hours after stunning world No. 2 Elena Rybakina, Alex Eala returned to the Steffi Graf Stadium and claimed another prized scalp, defeating world No. 8 Elina Svitolina, 6-3, 6-4, to reach the first WTA 500 semifinal of her career.
Foreign currency reserves stay robust at US$104 billion in May
The country’s gross international reserves (GIR) stood at US$104 billion at the end of May 2026, remaining at a level that ensures the country has enough foreign currency to meet import requirements, pay external debt obligations, and as a safety net against global economic disruptions. This serves as a key indicator of the nation’s ability to fulfill its foreign currency commitments.
