Corporate
Ayala Corp. appoints Juan Carlos L. Syquia as deputy CFO in key leadership transition
Ayala Corporation has announced the appointment of Juan Carlos L. Syquia as its new deputy chief financial officer (CFO), effective May 2025, in line with the company’s succession planning ahead of the upcoming retirement of current CFO Alberto M. de Larrazabal.
DigiPlus doubles active users, launches responsible gaming campaign
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has announced a significant milestone in its growth, doubling its active user base in 2024 to 40 million from 20 million in 2023.
FNI seeks ECC amendment in bid to double output capacity
Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc. (FNI), a prominent listed mining firm, is focused on securing government approval for the amendment of its environmental compliance certificate (ECC) for its Ipilan Nickel Corp. operations in Palawan.
MDC unveils first electric construction equipment, pioneers greener construction practices
Makati Development Corp. (MDC), the construction arm of Ayala Land, has launched the country’s first electric cement mixer, trailer tractor, and EV charging station for heavy equipment.
Watsons: Greater access to healthcare with community-based pharmacies
Watsons Philippines, a major player in health and beauty retail under the SM Group, closed 2024 with 1,166 stores, including 80 new openings—more than 50 of which were outside Metro Manila.
