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Japan eyes bigger role in PH infrastructure push via PPP

Ambassador ENDO Kazuya has highlighted the growing opportunities for infrastructure development in the Philippines, particularly through public-private partnerships (PPP), during the Japan-Philippines Business Dialogue on Infrastructure and PPP Opportunities.

Filinvest, real estate unit set P2.3B dividend payout

Filinvest Development Corp. (FDC) and its property arm Filinvest Land Inc. have approved a combined cash dividend payout of about P2.3 billion, signaling steady cash generation from their diversified real estate and financial services portfolio.

Science finds the shifting superpowers of pili

Pili is often known for one thing—a rich, buttery kernel that ends up as a simple snack. 

Oil prices surge amid Hormuz power struggle

Oil markets jolted higher Thursday as geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalated, with Iran and the US both asserting control over one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.

Franchising seen resilient despite slower 2026 growth

Franchising in the Philippines is emerging as a strategic bright spot in 2026, even as industry expansion cools alongside a moderating economy, according to the Philippine Franchise Association.

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PITX sees 1.89 million passengers for Undas travel period

The Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) forecasts around 1.89 million passengers passing through its facilities from October 25 to November 4 this year, as Filipinos travel home for All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.

SEC rolls out new market making rules to boost liquidity, align with global standards

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released the regulatory framework governing market making activities, bringing Philippine market practices in line with international standards to improve liquidity, strengthen price formation, and support capital raising in the country’s financial markets.

Hydropower developers call for stronger government support, clear roadmap to unlock sector potential

Amid the ongoing El Niño dry spell, local hydropower developers are urging the government to step up assistance and put in place clearer policies to speed up project rollout across the country.

Analysts see sustained long-term growth for Mynt ahead of stock market debut

FINANCIAL ANALYSTS EXPECT Mynt Inc., the parent company of dominant e-wallet operator GCash, to maintain a steady upward trajectory following its upcoming debut on the Philippine Stock Exchange, though its performance may resemble the measured pace of a mature corporate giant rather than a high-speed startup.
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