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Century Properties investing ₱8.39-B for new homes by year-end

Century Properties Group Inc. announced on Thursday that it will invest ₱8.39 billion to build around 13,150 new housing units, which are set for completion by the end of 2025.

Second-quarter OFC holdings inch higher

The domestic claims, or assets, of other financial corporations (OFCs) in the Philippines grew marginally by 0.1 percentin the second quarter of 2025 compared with the previous quarter, reaching ₱10.7 trillion, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Year-on-year, the sector’s assets expanded by 16.7 percent.

October inflation seen staying low despite higher food, power costs

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) expects inflation in October 2025 to remain modest, projecting it to fall within the 1.4 percent to 2.2 percent range.

Asia United earnings rise on strong revenues, efficiency gains

Asia United Bank (AUB), along with its subsidiaries, sustained its profitability in the first nine months of 2025, driven by higher revenues and improved operational efficiency.

Fed cuts rates anew, further reduction uncertain

The Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the second time this year, aiming to support economic growth and hiring even as inflation remains elevated. But Fed Chairman Jerome Powell cautioned that another cut at the central bank meeting in December is far from certain.

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Mayon ashfall damages farms in Albay; DA rolls out aid

Ashfall and ongoing volcanic activity from Mayon Volcano have damaged farms in Albay, affecting hundreds of farmers and causing millions of pesos in losses, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

Shell Ph nominee seeks SEC review of fellow nominee’s board bid

Edgar O. Chua, a nominee for independent director at Shell Pilipinas Corporation, is facing questions over his eligibility for the role.

DA allocates P2.5 billion for roads to boost coffee production in Sultan Kudarat

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has set aside P2.5 billion for a farm-to-market road network in Sultan Kudarat to help expand coffee production and improve access to remote farming areas.

Philippines, Vietnam strengthen rice supply deal

The Philippines and Vietnam have strengthened their agricultural partnership by securing a major rice supply agreement during talks held on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit in Cebu.
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