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Philippine automakers plot decade-long shift to EVs

The Philippines’ top automotive assemblers are aligning behind a phased, decade-long transition to electric mobility, backing the government’s goal of making electric vehicles account for 50 percent of the country’s vehicle fleet by 2040 under the Comprehensive Roadmap for the Electric Vehicle Industry.

Financial sector shows strength, expands lending in H2 2025

The Philippine financial system remained stable in the second half of 2025, continuing to support economic growth, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Lopez family rift deepens over ‘3rd poison pill’

The leadership dispute within Lopez Inc. has intensified, with controlling shareholders aligned with Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III flagging what they describe as a “third poison pill” tied to the leadership of Federico “Piki” Lopez at First Gen Corp..

Eala channels Caesar, conquers Italian Open main-draw debut

Alex Eala didn’t just win—she staged a mini Roman epic.

First Gen profit falls 24% in Q1 2026 on reduced gas stake

First Gen Corp. reported a 24 percent drop in net income for the first quarter of 2026, earning P3.6 billion compared to P4.8 billion in the same period last year.

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Jollibee bags Advertiser of the Year, wins 10 SMARTIES 

Jollibee Philippines emerged as Advertiser of the Year at the SMARTIES Philippines 2026 Awards, taking home 10 honors for campaigns that combine artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics and creativity to drive consumer engagement and business impact.

DTI assured stable prices, supplies ahead of Christmas

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has urged consumers to avoid panic-buying and hoarding, assuring the public that supplies of basic goods remain adequate and prices stable ahead of Christmas and the anticipated Super El Niño.

DMCI Power’s ₱3-B Palawan coal plant set for November public review

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) has scheduled a public scoping hearing on November 9, 2026, for DMCI Power Corporation’s proposed 15-megawatt coal-biomass power plant in Narra, Palawan, valued at P3 billion.

Globe tops NTC SMS test; posts strong speed, fewer drop calls 

Globe led the National Telecommunications Commission’s latest service quality tests, recording the highest SMS success rate at 99.41 percent — the only provider to pass the NTC’s 99 percent standard. Its call drop ratio hit just 0.74 percent, well below the 2 percent limit, while peak download speed reached 381 Mbps.
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