Global Ferronickel profits surge amid nickel tightness
Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc. posted sharply higher first-quarter earnings as stronger nickel ore prices and increased shipment volumes boosted profitability despite rising operating costs.
Thai firm’s coconut plant spurs jobs, exports
A new large-scale coconut processing facility by Thailand-based Thai World Group is set to bolster the Philippines’ role as a major global supplier of value-added coconut products, while generating employment and investment in Northern Mindanao.
Paraguay eyes free trade deal with Philippines
Paraguay is seeking closer economic ties with the Philippines, including a potential free trade agreement (FTA), as the South American nation positions itself as a gateway to a regional market of roughly 300 million people, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said.
DTI eyes sardines price hike amid rising costs
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is currently reviewing petitions for modest price increases on canned sardines as manufacturers face rising fuel and logistics costs, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said Monday.
Filipinos open to brand switch, EV boom
Filipino car buyers are showing increasing openness to switching brands and exploring alternative vehicle technologies, signaling a potential transformation in the country’s automotive market, according to Deloitte’s 2026 Global Automotive Consumer Study.
