Corporate

Emperador Inc., a major player in the global whisky market and controlled by tycoon Andrew Tan, is investing P4 billion this year, with the lion’s share earmarked for bolstering its whisky portfolio — a strategic move aligned with rising demand worldwide for premium spirits.

The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) saw a 50 percent surge in investor accounts in 2024, climbing to 2.86 million from 1.91 million in 2023, marking the highest annual increase since tracking began in 2008. PSE president and CEO Ramon S. Monzon attributed the record growth to the increasing accessibility of digital trading platforms.

The Makati Regional Trial Court (RTC) has upheld the conviction of Calata Corporation’s top executives for market manipulation, affirming the legal liability of its officers for misleading disclosures under the Securities Regulation Code (SRC).

The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has scheduled a 19 June 2025 public hearing on the proposed cement terminal of PhilCement Corp.

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) reaffirmed its commitment to employee wellness and sustainability through the successful second staging of the #BestLifeRun Corporate Race 2025, held on 8 June along Ayala Avenue, Makati City.