Economy
New SEC guidelines set stage for stronger sukuk market
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released new guidelines governing the issuance of Sukuk, aiming to strengthen the country’s Islamic capital market and expand Shari’ah-compliant investment options for issuers and investors.
Philippine factories roar back into high gear
The Philippines’ manufacturing engine is revving at its fastest clip in more than six years, signaling a decisive turn in the country’s industrial cycle.
Middle East turmoil jolts Philippine export outlook
Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are sending fresh shockwaves through global trade, and the Philippines is squarely in the blast radius.
FFCCCII aims big with ASEAN Summit
The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) is accelerating efforts to attract Chinese investments as it gears up to host the ASEAN-Chinese Business Leaders Summit in Metro Manila from October 18–20, 2026.
Helioway Pours P200M Into Batangas
China-based Helioway Precision Hardware (Phils) Corp. is investing more than P200 million in a new precision manufacturing facility in Batangas, marking its formal entry into the Philippines’ export sector after signing a registration agreement with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority.
