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Revenge denied, ranking rises in Doha

Alex Eala has seen this movie before. Same opponent. Same early-round stakes. Same itch for payback.

Bank lending growth eases, signaling softer liquidity support for firms and households

Bank lending growth slowed in December, pointing to a more cautious flow of domestic liquidity to businesses and households.

Manila port gridlock needs structural logistics reset

Manila’s port congestion problem is once again clogging the nation’s economic arteries—and experts say quick fixes won’t cut it.

Laguna Hydro Plant turnover seen as boost to grid stability 

The 797-megawatt Caliraya-Botocan-Kalayaan (CBK) hydroelectric complex in Laguna has been formally turned over to the Thunder Consortium, marking a major step in strengthening the country’s power system as more renewable energy comes online.

Lazada Refreshes Platinum Perks, Raises Loyalty Stakes

Lazada is giving its top shoppers another reason to stay loyal—and logged in. The eCommerce platform has elevated its Platinum Membership in the Philippines with a monthly refresh of premium brand partners, kicking off February with a lineup of more than 60 big-name collaborators.

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Jollibee growth sizzles in Q1 despite rising costs

Jollibee Foods Corp., one of the largest restaurant networks in Southeast Asia, started the year with strong sales momentum across its global operations. However, rising commodity prices and supply chain costs continued to pressure profitability during the first quarter.

GT Capital donates prime real estate to boost Cavite education

In Philippine real estate, 15 hectares is usually enough space for condominiums, commercial strips, and the occasional traffic headache. GT Capital Holdings, Inc., however, has decided the land is better used for classrooms, libraries, and future blue eagles.

ACEN helps fund major Zambales solar farm expansion

ACEN, the listed renewable energy arm of the Ayala Group and one of the fastest-growing renewable energy platforms in Asia-Pacific, has extended up to P4 billion in short-term financing to wholly owned subsidiary Sanmar Solar Inc. to support the expansion of a large-scale solar facility in Zambales.

Globe earnings climb despite economic headwinds

Globe Telecom opened 2026 with stronger revenues and operating profits as rising mobile data usage, expanding fiber adoption, and growing digital finance contributions helped cushion the impact of a challenging economic environment.
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