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Cebu fuels Maxim’s nationwide ride-hailing push

When Maxim Rides & Food Delivery entered the Philippines, Cebu was not merely a convenient starting point—it was a calculated bet.

Palawan Group’s awards signal inclusive finance surge

The Palawan Group of Companies capped its 40th anniversary year in 2025 with a record-breaking sweep of local and international awards, underscoring how a once-traditional pawnshop operator has evolved into a central player in the Philippines’ push for inclusive finance.

SMC power unit to issue up to $300M in capital securities

San Miguel Corp.’s power generation arm, San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp., has approved the issuance of up to $300 million worth of senior perpetual capital securities.

Transmission charges dip in January bills, helping homes and businesses

Electricity consumers will pay slightly lower transmission charges in their January 2026 power bills, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) said.

Jollibee to stay focused on growth despite international spin-off

Jollibee Foods Corp. said Wednesday it will continue focusing on growing its business even as it moves forward with plans to spin off its international operations.

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PH gaming revenues tumble as e-games slow 

The Philippine gaming industry posted a nearly 16-percent drop in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the first quarter of 2026 as weaker consumer spending slowed activity in the electronic gaming segment that had driven industry growth in recent years.

Pickup Coffee ramps up franchising expansion

Pickup Coffee is accelerating its nationwide expansion through franchising as the fast-growing local chain targets at least 800 stores by end-2026, underscoring rising demand for affordable and convenient coffee among Filipino consumers.

Green GSM eyes 18,500 EVs for PH

Vietnam-based mobility platform Green GSM is ramping up its Philippine expansion after signing agreements with 75 transport companies and cooperatives for the planned deployment of up to 18,497 VinFast VF 5, Herio Green, and Limo Green electric vehicles across major urban centers nationwide.

US envoy to push PH tech corridor

US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg will visit the Philippines next week as Washington ramps up efforts to deepen economic security and technology ties with Manila under the newly launched Pax Silica initiative.
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