Corporate

Wipro Consumer Care International, the FMCG division of Wipro Enterprises, has signed a definitive agreement to fully take over S Brands Consumer Care Inc., one of the leading personal care companies in the Philippines.

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is hosting a special two-day event titled “Discover the Magic of Saving: BPI Jumpstart” at the Glorietta Activity Center on August 1 and 2, inviting families, young dreamers, and Disney fans to experience learning about savings in a fun, engaging way. Open primarily to children aged 7 to 12 and extended to those up to 17 years old, the event serves as the official showcase for BPI’s new Jumpstart savings account, which blends practical banking features, financial education, and interactive digital elements.

What began as a small startup serving three cities in Rizal has evolved into one of the Philippines' biggest business-to-business technology platforms for sari-sari stores, underscoring how digital tools are reshaping the country's oldest retail network rather than replacing it.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally adopted the latest set of financial reporting pronouncements to ensure the country’s reporting framework keeps pace with changing global accounting standards and growing demands for sustainability-related disclosures.

Food producer Bounty Fresh Group is looking beyond the country's biggest urban centers for its next phase of restaurant growth, expanding into emerging cities and municipalities where competition is lighter and consumer demand continues to rise.