DA chief orders ASF-free pork import rules
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has issued new rules strengthening the country’s defenses against the African swine fever (ASF) while ensuring safe importation of swine and pork products.
BSP urges stakeholders to help build 24/7 payment system
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has called on banks and payment system operators to help develop a 24/7 real-time payment system for the country.
BankCom Jan-Sep profits up 24% on strong loans, forex gains
Bank of Commerce (BankCom), the lending arm of diversified conglomerate San Miguel Corp., delivered a solid P2.75-billion unaudited net income in the first nine months of 2025, a 24 percent jump from a year ago, powered by robust loan growth, higher net interest margins, and hefty foreign exchange gains.
PAL soars with 62% gain 3Q earnings
Philippine Airlines Inc. posted a 62 percent year-over-year jump in third-quarter net income to USD22 million, signaling the flag carrier’s resilience amid ongoing strategic transformation that has started to drive volumes and passenger traffic higher.
Manila Water takes full control of Upper Wawa Dam
Manila Water has strengthened its commitment to providing reliable water service across the East Zone after officially taking over operations of the Upper Wawa Dam in October. The move follows the company’s full acquisition of WawaJVCo from Prime Infra, bringing all operations of the Wawa Bulk Water Supply Project under Manila Water’s management.
