Cruise tourism in the Philippines is set to sustain its recovery momentum into 2026, buoyed by rising ship calls, policy support, and stronger regional cooperation, according to the Department of Tourism.

Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) hit the brakes on trading Tuesday as a Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) tender offer set the port operator firmly on course for a voluntary exit from the Philippine Stock Exchange.

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) said cumulative investments under its watch surged past P4.5 trillion, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of the country’s investment-led growth strategy. 

The Philippine National Men’s Floorball team passed its first real acid test at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games—and did so with authority—outlasting regional rival Singapore, 6–4, to all but book a ticket to the gold-medal match.

As holiday shopping peaks, BDO is promoting BDO Pay as a convenient way for shoppers to manage payments during the busy Christmas season.

Germany has ordered 20 additional H145M light combat helicopters from Airbus, raising its total order to 82 aircraft. The decision follows a contract signed in December 2023 that included an option for more helicopters.

Cybersecurity firm Tenable has released new research showing that no-code AI tools can be manipulated to commit financial fraud and leak sensitive data, raising serious concerns for businesses rapidly adopting these technologies. The research focuses on Microsoft Copilot Studio and highlights how the growing democratisation of AI, while designed to improve efficiency, can introduce major security risks if not properly governed.

Alsons Consolidated Resources Inc. (ACR) has received a higher credit rating from Philippine Rating Services Corp. (PhilRatings), which upgraded the company’s issuer credit rating to PRS Aa with a stable outlook.

President Donald Trump on Monday floated — but stopped short of promising — a rethink of marijuana’s federal status, sending cannabis stocks from high hopes to a harsh comedown.