Corporate

PLDT Inc. expects stronger earnings in the third quarter of 2025 compared with the first two quarters, chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan said on Wednesday.

Lazada Philippines announced that the 11 11, its biggest sale of the year, will run from November 10 beginning at 8 PM until November 13, positioning the event to surpass the performance of the previous 9.9 sale. In Taguig City, Lazada Philippines chief executive officer Carlos Barrera and head of seller operations Alvin Ching emphasized the company’s growing role in powering the nation’s digital economy and strengthening its reputation as the leading destination for authentic brands and quality products.

McDonald’s Philippines has been named Employer of the Year by the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP), recognizing the company’s outstanding people management and purpose-driven practices.

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) reported a 49 percent jump in net income to P14.32 billion in the first nine months, driven by stronger gaming operations and improved efficiency across its business units.

SM Investments Corp. (SM Investments), the parent company of the SM Group, received the Platinum Award for Asia’s Best Materiality Reporting at the 11th Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards (ASRA)held recently at the Grand Hyatt Singapore.