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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.

BPI app, online services crash on payday, users vent frustration

Bank of the Philippine Islands account holders raised a collective howl in the early evening hours Friday following the latest outage of the lender's app and online services.

SMC 1Q revenue jumps 19% on strong business growth

San Miguel Corporation reported a strong first quarter for 2026, with revenues rising 19 percent to P428.3 billion, driven by solid performance across its food, power, fuel, infrastructure, and cement businesses.

PEZA, BCDA boost New Clark investment drive

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) are tightening coordination to position New Clark City as a more seamless and investor-friendly destination under the expanding Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC).

PLDT Enterprise, Araneta City strengthen digital infrastructure partnership

PLDT Enterprise and Araneta City Inc. (ACI) have expanded their long-running partnership to upgrade the digital infrastructure of Araneta City, supporting the district’s growing technology and connectivity needs.

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BIR warns e-invoicing providers against excessive fees

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has cautioned electronic invoicing service providers against charging excessive fees as businesses prepare for the government’s mandatory electronic invoicing system, with compliance due by December 31, 2026.

PNB, ATRAM team up to expand investment options for Filipinos

The Philippine National Bank (PNB), via PNB Securities Inc., has partnered with ATRAM Trust Corporation to broaden investment access for Filipinos.

Artico Cold Chain earns dual ISO Certifications nationwide 

Artico Cold Chain, the cold storage brand of AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC), secured two International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certifications in September 2026, strengthening its commitment to service quality, operational efficiency and environmental responsibility across its Philippine network.

Colliers seeks VAT relief to boost Manila condo sales

Colliers Philippines is urging the government to raise the value-added tax (VAT) exemption ceiling for residential properties, arguing that targeted tax relief could improve affordability and help absorb Metro Manila’s growing inventory of unsold condominiums.
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