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Spending pullback boosts January budget surplus

The National Government opened 2026 with a fiscal jolt, posting a P165.4-billion budget surplus in January—more than double the P68.4 billion recorded a year earlier—as steady revenues met sharply lower spending.

Manila Water boosts supply security with new water sources

Manila Water said it is strengthening water supply reliability for its East Zone customers by expanding alternative water sources, reducing its dependence on Angat Dam.

inDrive launches fuel aid, incentives for drivers amid rising costs

Ride-hailing platform inDrive has introduced a ₱2.7 million fuel voucher program to help its active drivers cope with rising fuel prices and operating costs.

Creative economy hits P1T sweet spot anew in 2025

The Philippines’ creative economy isn’t just alive—it’s composing, coding, and cashing in.

Aboitiz unit expands food and retail options at two PH airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital, Inc. (AIC) is adding new food, beverage, and retail outlets at Laguindingan International Airport in Misamis Oriental and Bohol–Panglao International Airport in Bohol as part of efforts to improve passenger experience.

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DA-BFAR continues fuel aid for fisherfolk amid rising oil prices

The Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) said it will continue providing fuel assistance to fisherfolk nationwide as global oil prices rise.

House backs Bicol Ecozone as 5th hub

The House of Representatives has endorsed a resolution pushing for the proclamation of the proposed Bicol Ecozone in Pantao, Libon, Albay as the fifth public economic zone under the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), signaling a major step toward boosting trade along the country’s eastern seaboard.

Asian Eye Institute expands Trinoma branch with new surgical suite

The Asian Eye Institute has announced the expansion of its branch at TriNoma, introducing a larger and upgraded facility aimed at improving access to eye care services for patients in Quezon City, Northern Metro Manila, and nearby areas.

From submariner to CEO: Reggie Cariaso leads RCBC into its next era

Appointed as president and chief executive officer of the Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation effective July 1, 2025, Reginald Anthony “Reggie” Cariaso leads one of the country's largest universal banks at a time of rapid digital transformation.
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