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Igloo goes AI-native, eyes Philippine market

Regional insurtech Igloo is doubling down on artificial intelligence in 2026, accelerating its transformation into an AI-native company as it targets rapid expansion in the Philippines.

Metro Manila hotels supply to rise amid weak foreign demand—Colliers

Metro Manila is bracing for its biggest hotel supply surge in eight years, with nearly 2,900 new rooms set to debut in 2026, a sign of developer confidence even as international arrivals lag, according to Colliers Philippines.

GCash adds global REIT, income funds to widen Filipinos’ investment options

Digital finance app GCash has partnered with Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation (Manulife Investments Philippines) to give Filipinos easier access to global real estate and other income-generating investments.

Xpander drives past rivals again

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Cor. (MMPC), the local unit of the Japanese car maker, has a new crown jewel for 2025. 

Vaccine delays stall dengue fight

Delays in vaccine rollout and persistent misinformation are slowing the Philippines’ dengue response, health experts warned on Thursday, February 26, even as a next generation shot shows strong protection against severe disease.

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Gov’t to buy 2 barrels of oil to boost national supply

The Philippine government is set to purchase 2 million barrels of oil to strengthen the country’s fuel buffer stock, Department of Finance Secretary Frederick Go announced Tuesday.

NFA seeks approval to sell rice directly amid Middle East conflict

The National Food Authority (NFA) is asking the government to let it sell rice directly to the public, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Higher gold and silver prices boost Apex Mining income by 77%

Philippine-listed mining company Apex Mining Co. saw its net income surge 77 percent in 2025, reaching ₱7.66 billion, up from ₱4.32 billion in 2024.

PLDT Global launches faster digital remittance service for OFWs

PLDT Global Corporation has introduced a new digital remittance feature called ePadala under its Tindahan ni Bossing (TinBo) platform, aimed at helping overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) send money home more quickly and easily.
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