BSP rate hike pushes T-bill yields higher
Government securities yields mostly climbed at Monday’s auction as investors priced in the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) surprise 25-basis-point rate increase, although strong demand continued to underscore ample market liquidity.
Hotels pivot to locals as Middle East hits demand
The Philippine hotel industry is shifting its focus to domestic travelers as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt international arrivals and slow foreign bookings, prompting operators to brace for a gradual recovery only by the fourth quarter.
Pueblo de Oro: Building future-proof townships for long-term value
For most homebuyers in the Philippines, property is considered a long-term, generational investment rather than a temporary residence. This mindset has shifted development standards, moving beyond basic construction to create communities that remain functional, relevant and valuable over time. Pueblo de Oro applies key principles to deliver this kind of sustainable development across the country.
Tanduay retains World’s Top Rum spot for 9th straight year
Tanduay, the Philippine rum brand owned by tycoon Lucio Tan, has kept its title as the world’s best-selling rum for nine consecutive years, according to Drinks International Magazine.
DITO launches secure verification service, aligns with anti-fraud rules
DITO Telecommunity Corp. has commercially introduced DITO Verified, a new authentication service developed with global provider Shush Inc. to fight rising digital fraud. This makes DITO the first telecommunications firm in the Philippines to offer a unified carrier-native verification solution.
