Corporate Bulletins
Palawan Group’s awards signal inclusive finance surge
The Palawan Group of Companies capped its 40th anniversary year in 2025 with a record-breaking sweep of local and international awards, underscoring how a once-traditional pawnshop operator has evolved into a central player in the Philippines’ push for inclusive finance.
Visa, GCash launch cross-border wallet funding for Filipinos
Visa has partnered with GCash and makes it easier and safer to send money from abroad directly to GCash wallets in the Philippines. Through Visa Direct, individuals and businesses worldwide can now transfer funds straight to GCash, benefiting more than 90 million users with faster and more convenient access to overseas money.
Green packaging gets e-commerce reality check
Sustainability is no longer a niche concern in the packaging industry—it is a commercial imperative colliding head-on with the explosive growth of e-commerce.
Opening doors to careers at SM
SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) sharpened its talent playbook as it joined SM Prime Holdings, Inc. in hosting Career Connect, an integrated career fair designed to funnel fresh talent into one of the country’s largest corporate ecosystems.
Young Filipino builds path to financial independence through smart borrowing
Many young Filipinos want to live independently and improve their lifestyle, but daily expenses such as rent and bills often slow progress toward bigger goals.
