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PH calls for regional support for its rail transit program
At the ASEAN RailCon 2026 held Thursday at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters, the Philippines appealed to ASEAN member states, investors, and development institutions to back its large-scale railway expansion program.
EastWest launches PERA products making retirement planning accessible to more Filipinos
East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) has introduced its EastWest PERA products to help more Filipinos prepare for long-term financial security.
BSP extends maximum repayment term for salary-based consumption loans to 7 years
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has adjusted rules raising the maximum repayment period for salary-based general purpose consumption loans (SBGPCLs) from the standard three years — extendable only to five years in special cases — to seven years.
Security Bank forum guides businesses on energy efficiency, incentives and sustainable investments
Security Bank recently held Sustainability Talks 2026: Energy Savings and Tax Incentives for a Greener Tomorrow, a forum for commercial clients to address rising energy costs and changing regulations. The event gathered regulators, industry experts and business leaders to discuss strategies for better energy management, cost reduction and compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA).
PLDT Enterprise strengthens partnership with Xeleqt to advance AI-IoT solutions
PLDT Enterprise has deepened its collaboration with Xeleqt Technology Innovations, Inc. to support the expansion of Xeleqt’s Artificial Intelligence of Things (AI-IoT) ecosystem.
PNP cracks down on tobacco smuggling networks
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is tightening its grip on illicit tobacco trade, reporting major enforcement gains in the first half of 2026 as intelligence-led operations and stronger coordination with prosecutors begin to translate seizures into court cases.
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PH calls for regional support for its rail transit program
At the ASEAN RailCon 2026 held Thursday at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters, the Philippines appealed to ASEAN member states, investors, and development institutions to back its large-scale railway expansion program.
EastWest launches PERA products making retirement planning accessible to more Filipinos
East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) has introduced its EastWest PERA products to help more Filipinos prepare for long-term financial security.
BSP extends maximum repayment term for salary-based consumption loans to 7 years
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has adjusted rules raising the maximum repayment period for salary-based general purpose consumption loans (SBGPCLs) from the standard three years — extendable only to five years in special cases — to seven years.
Security Bank forum guides businesses on energy efficiency, incentives and sustainable investments
Security Bank recently held Sustainability Talks 2026: Energy Savings and Tax Incentives for a Greener Tomorrow, a forum for commercial clients to address rising energy costs and changing regulations. The event gathered regulators, industry experts and business leaders to discuss strategies for better energy management, cost reduction and compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA).
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PH calls for regional support for its rail transit program
At the ASEAN RailCon 2026 held Thursday at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters, the Philippines appealed to ASEAN member states, investors, and development institutions to back its large-scale railway expansion program.
EastWest launches PERA products making retirement planning accessible to more Filipinos
East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) has introduced its EastWest PERA products to help more Filipinos prepare for long-term financial security.
BSP extends maximum repayment term for salary-based consumption loans to 7 years
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has adjusted rules raising the maximum repayment period for salary-based general purpose consumption loans (SBGPCLs) from the standard three years — extendable only to five years in special cases — to seven years.
Security Bank forum guides businesses on energy efficiency, incentives and sustainable investments
Security Bank recently held Sustainability Talks 2026: Energy Savings and Tax Incentives for a Greener Tomorrow, a forum for commercial clients to address rising energy costs and changing regulations. The event gathered regulators, industry experts and business leaders to discuss strategies for better energy management, cost reduction and compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA).
PLDT Enterprise strengthens partnership with Xeleqt to advance AI-IoT solutions
PLDT Enterprise has deepened its collaboration with Xeleqt Technology Innovations, Inc. to support the expansion of Xeleqt’s Artificial Intelligence of Things (AI-IoT) ecosystem.
PNP cracks down on tobacco smuggling networks
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is tightening its grip on illicit tobacco trade, reporting major enforcement gains in the first half of 2026 as intelligence-led operations and stronger coordination with prosecutors begin to translate seizures into court cases.
DICT launches first phase of Mindanao integrated government network
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has officially opened Phase 1 of the Mindanao Integrated Government Network, part of the larger National Fiber Backbone project. This initiative advances the country’s digital transformation goals to build a more connected Philippines.
Subic Port rides trade surge to stronger growth
The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) reported a 20 percent increase in port-related revenues in the first quarter of 2026, generating P389 million compared with P324 million a year earlier. The performance highlights the port's growing role as a strategic trade gateway and an increasingly attractive alternative to the heavily utilized Port of Manila.
BSP commends DOLE for boosting financial literacy, inclusion among workers
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has praised the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for its efforts to promote financial planning, savings, microinsurance, and the Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) among private-sector employers and workers.
BPI Wealth launches peso share classes for global investment funds
Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)’s wealth management arm, BPI Wealth, has introduced peso-denominated share classes for two of its established global investment funds. This development removes the need for investors to hold foreign currency to access international markets, making global investing more accessible to Filipino investors.