Corporate
PHINMA profit rises as education offsets weakness
PHINMA Corp. posted P363.35 million in consolidated net income in the first half of 2026, with its education business providing the biggest lift as construction, property, and other operations faced a softer economy.
Alex Eala named Face of Marriott Bonvoy Campaign, highlighting Southeast Asian tennis rise
Marriott Bonvoy has appointed Filipino tennis star Alex Eala as the face of its "Tennis The World" campaign across Asia Pacific excluding China, cementing her rapid rise as a major force on the global sports stage.
Gabby Lopez sells Lopez Inc. stake to Ramon Ang
Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III on Monday said his family branch sold its 25.7-percent stake in Lopez, Inc. to businessman Ramon S. Ang, reshaping the ownership of one of the Philippines’ best-known family business groups while potentially drawing a line under a long-running family dispute.
VYBE teams up with But First, Coffee for rewards and anniversary special
Coffee lovers get great perks when paying with VYBE by BPI at But First, Coffee. From July 15 to September 30, 2026, spend at least ₱150 in one receipt, pay via QR Ph with VYBE, and get a free drink plus 100 BPI Rewards Points at over 237 branches nationwide. Present your transaction confirmation to claim your reward.
Jollibee accelerates Canada expansion with franchise deal
Jollibee Foods Corp. is accelerating its Canadian expansion, signing its first multi-unit franchise deal in British Columbia and lining up 26 new restaurants that could nearly double its Canadian footprint within five years.
