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Home Credit offers low-cost installment deals on summer essentials

Families feeling the summer heat can now access cooling appliances and gadgets at more affordable rates, as Home Credit Philippines rolls out a nationwide promo with installment plans starting as low as ₱23 per day.

BOP stands as $2.6B deficit in March; reserves dip but remain strong buffer

The Philippines recorded a $2.6 billion balance of payments (BOP) deficit in March 2026, pushing the total shortfall for the first quarter to $5.3 billion, signaling that more money flowed out of the country than came in during the period.

VinFast accelerates Philippines e-scooter rollout via dealers

Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast is stepping up its Southeast Asian expansion, moving aggressively into the Philippines’ high-volume motorcycle market through partnerships with 14 local distributors ahead of its planned commercial launch this June.

Philippine auto sales dip as EV demand accelerates

Vehicle sales in the Philippines weakened in the first quarter of 2026, even as electrified mobility continued to gain momentum, according to industry data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA).

Salmon Group raises $100 million to expand in the Philippines

The Salmon Group has raised US$100 million in fresh funding, marking a major leap in its push to expand across the Philippines’ fast-growing financial services market. The round was heavily oversubscribed, signaling strong investor confidence in the company’s rapid rise and long-term vision.

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7 Filipinos hurt in Saudi attacks

Seven Filipino workers were injured in attacks across Saudi Arabia, with three in critical condition, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed Monday, October 19.

St. Luke’s Global City performs first SAPIEN 3 valve implant

St. Luke’s Medical Center–Global City has successfully performed its first native balloon-expandable Edwards SAPIEN 3 heart valve implantation, expanding minimally invasive treatment options for Filipino patients with severe heart valve disease.

DOTr expands Siargao Airport, upgrades ports to boost tourism

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is improving connectivity to Siargao Island through an expanded airport passenger terminal and upgraded port facilities, aiming to accommodate growing tourism demand and provide travelers with better air and sea transport options.

NPC, Globe boost child online safety against AI misuse

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and Globe Telecom are strengthening efforts to protect Filipino children from online privacy risks and promote responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).
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