Corporate

Atome, Southeast Asia’s largest buy now, pay later (BNPL) platform and a key business under the Advance Intelligence Group, has secured a USD75 million asset-backed financing from Lending Ark, part of the Lending Ark Asia Secured Private Debt Fund advised by CITIC Securities CLSA Capital Partners (HK) Limited.

Emperador Inc., the liquor unit of tycoon Andrew Tan’s Alliance Global Group, anticipates continued headwinds for its global Scotch whisky business in 2025, citing competitive markets in North America, China, and Europe. However, the company projects a market rebound by 2026, according to president and CEO Winston S. Co.

Security Bank has entered a strategic partnership with Juan Accounting Software, the country's only fully localized accounting and tax compliance platform, to provide enhanced financial tools to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The collaboration is designed to accelerate financial digitization among small businesses and boost operational efficiency.

HTI expands land bank with Antipolo acquisition Corporate Listed firm Haus Talk Inc. (HTI) has finalized the acquisition of the former National Steel property in Antipolo, Rizal, marking a major strategic expansion of its land portfolio. The deal reinforced its presence in the affordable housing segment and advanced its vision as a leading provider of “value for money” residential developments in the country. The newly acquired site will serve as the location of HTI’s next flagship residential and commercial project, slated to begin in the fourth quarter this year. The development is projected to deliver around 1,500 housing units and generate estimated revenues of ₱4.9 billion, making it one of the company's most significant investments to date. Benchmarking the design against its successful The Granary community in Biñan, Laguna, HTI plans to integrate residential units with commercial spaces, aligning with its mixed-use development strategy. “This acquisition underscores Haus Talk Inc.'s aggressive strategy to bolster our land bank and solidify our position as a dominant force in the affordable housing sector,” said Ma. Rachel D. Madlambayan, HTI president & CEO. Located in Antipolo, the project capitalizes on the area’s blend of urban accessibility and provincial charm—features increasingly in demand among homebuyers. The transaction is seen as a milestone in HTI’s growth strategy, further consolidating its market position amid rising demand for affordable housing and enhancing shareholder value through long-term revenue generation. HTI’s move also reaffirms its commitment to addressing the Philippines’ housing backlog through scalable, high-impact developments in prime areas.

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.