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SUVs, house-and-lot properties top loan choices of Filipinos — Metrobank

Filipino borrowers continue to prioritize practical, family-focused purchases, with sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and house-and-lot properties leading loan preferences, according to Metrobank.

Megaworld sustains growth as townships drive stability

Property giant Megaworld Corporation posted a 6 percent rise in net income in the first quarter of 2026, reaching P6.2 billion from P5.8 billion a year earlier, supported by steady gains across its leasing, hotel, and residential businesses.

Philex flags recovery path as Silangan nears launch

Philex Mining Corporation (PSE: PX) opened 2026 with a weaker first-quarter performance but pointed to improving operations ahead, as restoration works at its Padcal mine progress and its long-delayed Silangan project moves closer to production.

Kishida visits Philippines, meets Zubiri and energy partners

Former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, now a lawmaker, visited the Philippines as a special envoy of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

GSIS launches loan program for bikes and e-mobility devices

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has introduced a new loan program to help government workers lower their daily transportation costs.

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Globe employees are turning AI from concept into practical tools that boost operations and customer service, highlighted at the recent Globe AI Showcase.

CBS expands digital lending to DepEd staff via PLDT, Samsung tie-up

China Bank Savings (CBS) is bolstering its field-based lending services for Department of Education (DepEd) teachers and non-teaching employees through a strengthened collaboration with PLDT Enterprise and Samsung Electronics Philippines.

BSP links MSMEs to more funding sources at forum

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) brought micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) closer to banks and lenders through the MSME Financing Forum held at its main office on September 11, 2026.

Workplace flu shots seen cutting business productivity losses

Businesses are being urged to expand workplace influenza vaccination as a relatively low-cost way to reduce employee absences, healthcare expenses, and productivity losses from preventable illness.
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