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Peso slides, stocks stall as caution builds

Philippine financial markets are in a consolidation phase, with the peso and equities under pressure as tighter monetary conditions and inflation concerns weigh on sentiment.

Real-time fixes redefine trust in Aboitiz business

In a post-crisis digital economy, customers are no longer swayed by brand promises alone—they’re watching how businesses respond in real time when something goes wrong. The new trust metric isn’t messaging but momentum.

DTI pushes exporters to pursue US duty refunds

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is urging Philippine exporters to coordinate closely with their US partners to recover duties collected under the US  International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), as American authorities activate a formal refund mechanism.

Maynilad boosts water supply measures amid El Niño

Maynilad Water Services Inc. said it is stepping up efforts to ensure stable water supply as the dry season continues under El Niño conditions.

Diesel prices seen dropping further; gasoline may edge up

A local fuel retailer said diesel prices are expected to go down again this week, with possible rollbacks of around ₱8 to ₱10 per liter.

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BCDA awards Clark runway design, boosting capacity 

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has advanced plans to expand Clark International Airport with the award of a detailed engineering design contract for a second runway, marking a key milestone in the project’s development pipeline.

GCash CISO joins police cybercrime advisory group

GCash Chief Information Security Officer Miguel Geronilla has joined the Advisory Group of the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG), a move officials say will deepen public–private coordination as online fraud grows in scale and complexity.

Stress, stigma, productivity: Philippines nears tipping point

The International Labour Organization doesn’t usually deal in drama, but its latest findings on the Philippines read like a slow-burning corporate thriller: mounting pressure, suppressed voices, and a productivity plot twist that businesses can’t afford to ignore.

BSP chief faces complaint over alleged bank data leak

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said Monday it has taken note of reports about a complaint to be filed against BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr., but noted that he has yet to receive a copy and will respond through the proper legal forum once it is served. The BSP also stressed that central bank and the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) will continue carrying out their mandates in accordance with the law, guided by independence, professionalism, and due process.
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