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Air passengers will get cheaper tickets from July 16 to 31, as the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) cuts fuel surcharges amid falling global jet fuel prices. Rates drop to Level 8 from the earlier Level 9, with domestic passenger surcharges at ₱253 to ₱787, and international rates at ₱835.05 to ₱6,208.98. Cargo fees will range from ₱1.30 to ₱3.80 per kg domestically and ₱4.29 to ₱131.92 per kg internationally.

Manulife Philippines has appointed Erwin Go as chief corporate solutions and alternative distribution officer, and he will join the company’s executive committee. Go will lead strategy for group insurance, partnerships, and new distribution channels as the firm expands growth options and improves experiences for clients and partners.

P&A Grant Thornton has launched its latest office in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, extending its professional services to businesses across Central Luzon and supporting the region’s ongoing economic growth.

Vitarich Corp. is sharpening its long-term growth strategy after delivering stronger profitability in 2025, with the integrated poultry and animal nutrition company using organizational reforms to position itself for sustained expansion in the Philippine agribusiness sector.

Philippine Airlines is running a limited "3-Day Flash Sale" from July 15 to 17, cutting fares on select domestic and international routes for travel starting August 1 this year. Travel until January 31, 2026 qualifies for up to 30 percent off, while trips from February 2027 onward get bigger discounts: up to 50 percent on domestic base fares and up to 40 percent on international base rates. The offer covers destinations across the Philippines, Asia, Australia, North America, and the Middle East, with passengers retaining access to full services including free meals and standard baggage allowances. Eligible domestic bookings worth at least P20,000 also come with zero-percent installment plans for up to three months via partner banks BPI, Metrobank, and HSBC.