Ex-Finance chief Pardo urges business to invest, hire despite headwinds

Former finance secretary and Philippine Stock Exchange chairman Jose T. Pardo called on the private sector Wednesday to keep investing and hiring, even amid rising inflation, warning that economic recovery cannot wait.

Gov’t roll out ₱150-million cash aid for 30,000 Lalamove drivers

Thousands of Lalamove partner drivers in Metro Manila have started receiving ₱5,000 each in government financial aid as part of a massive, three-day distribution drive led by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

East Service Road upgrades pave future connectivity 

Construction has officially commenced along the East Service Road near Arca South in Taguig City, signaling the start of preparatory infrastructure works designed to support major transport projects shaping southern Metro Manila.

Philippine economic growth faces fragile, conditional outlook

 The Philippine economy is entering 2026 on uneven footing, with growth expected to slow slightly and risks looming large, economist Jonathan Ravelas said on Wednesday.

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Ex-Finance chief Pardo urges business to invest, hire despite headwinds

Former finance secretary and Philippine Stock Exchange chairman Jose T. Pardo called on the private sector Wednesday to keep investing and hiring, even amid rising inflation, warning that economic recovery cannot wait.

Gov’t roll out ₱150-million cash aid for 30,000 Lalamove drivers

Thousands of Lalamove partner drivers in Metro Manila have started receiving ₱5,000 each in government financial aid as part of a massive, three-day distribution drive led by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

East Service Road upgrades pave future connectivity 

Construction has officially commenced along the East Service Road near Arca South in Taguig City, signaling the start of preparatory infrastructure works designed to support major transport projects shaping southern Metro Manila.

Philippine economic growth faces fragile, conditional outlook

 The Philippine economy is entering 2026 on uneven footing, with growth expected to slow slightly and risks looming large, economist Jonathan Ravelas said on Wednesday.

SM Offices says Clark Tech Hub hits full occupancy 

SM Offices, the commercial leasing arm of SM Prime Holdings, has achieved full occupancy across its 10-tower, 100,000 square meter Clark Tech Hub in Angeles City, Pampanga.

US agencies boost Luzon Corridor infrastructure drive 

The US government is stepping up support for the Philippines’ infrastructure ambitions, signaling faster development along the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) and enhanced opportunities for American investment.

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Ex-Finance chief Pardo urges business to invest, hire despite headwinds

Former finance secretary and Philippine Stock Exchange chairman Jose T. Pardo called on the private sector Wednesday to keep investing and hiring, even amid rising inflation, warning that economic recovery cannot wait.

Gov’t roll out ₱150-million cash aid for 30,000 Lalamove drivers

Thousands of Lalamove partner drivers in Metro Manila have started receiving ₱5,000 each in government financial aid as part of a massive, three-day distribution drive led by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

East Service Road upgrades pave future connectivity 

Construction has officially commenced along the East Service Road near Arca South in Taguig City, signaling the start of preparatory infrastructure works designed to support major transport projects shaping southern Metro Manila.

Philippine economic growth faces fragile, conditional outlook

 The Philippine economy is entering 2026 on uneven footing, with growth expected to slow slightly and risks looming large, economist Jonathan Ravelas said on Wednesday.
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Ex-Finance chief Pardo urges business to invest, hire despite headwinds

Former finance secretary and Philippine Stock Exchange chairman Jose T. Pardo called on the private sector Wednesday to keep investing and hiring, even amid rising inflation, warning that economic recovery cannot wait.

Gov’t roll out ₱150-million cash aid for 30,000 Lalamove drivers

Thousands of Lalamove partner drivers in Metro Manila have started receiving ₱5,000 each in government financial aid as part of a massive, three-day distribution drive led by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

East Service Road upgrades pave future connectivity 

Construction has officially commenced along the East Service Road near Arca South in Taguig City, signaling the start of preparatory infrastructure works designed to support major transport projects shaping southern Metro Manila.

Philippine economic growth faces fragile, conditional outlook

 The Philippine economy is entering 2026 on uneven footing, with growth expected to slow slightly and risks looming large, economist Jonathan Ravelas said on Wednesday.

SM Offices says Clark Tech Hub hits full occupancy 

SM Offices, the commercial leasing arm of SM Prime Holdings, has achieved full occupancy across its 10-tower, 100,000 square meter Clark Tech Hub in Angeles City, Pampanga.

US agencies boost Luzon Corridor infrastructure drive 

The US government is stepping up support for the Philippines’ infrastructure ambitions, signaling faster development along the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) and enhanced opportunities for American investment.

 Emperador posts rising profit amid global headwinds 

Emperador Inc., the liquor manufacturing arm of billionaire Andrew Tan, delivered a strong start to 2026, posting a net profit of P1.9 billion, up 4.5 percent year-on-year, despite a turbulent global economy. 

FEU allots P734M for growth, expansion projects

Far Eastern University (FEU) said that its board of trustees has approved setting aside P733.7 million from retained earnings to fund capital expenditures and expansion initiatives.

Clark readies for high-tech boom amid Pax Silica

Clark is positioning itself as a prime hub for high-technology industries, leveraging its existing semiconductor, logistics, and advanced manufacturing ecosystems, the Clark Development Corp. (CDC) said. 

Philippine-US deal could create 1M jobs

The Philippines and the US are accelerating economic and trade cooperation, with initiatives that could generate up to one million jobs for Filipinos, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said.

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Gov’t roll out ₱150-million cash aid for 30,000 Lalamove drivers

Thousands of Lalamove partner drivers in Metro Manila have started receiving ₱5,000 each in government financial aid as part of a massive, three-day distribution drive led by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

East Service Road upgrades pave future connectivity 

Construction has officially commenced along the East Service Road near Arca South in Taguig City, signaling the start of preparatory infrastructure works designed to support major transport projects shaping southern Metro Manila.

Philippine economic growth faces fragile, conditional outlook

 The Philippine economy is entering 2026 on uneven footing, with growth expected to slow slightly and risks looming large, economist Jonathan Ravelas said on Wednesday.

SM Offices says Clark Tech Hub hits full occupancy 

SM Offices, the commercial leasing arm of SM Prime Holdings, has achieved full occupancy across its 10-tower, 100,000 square meter Clark Tech Hub in Angeles City, Pampanga.

US agencies boost Luzon Corridor infrastructure drive 

The US government is stepping up support for the Philippines’ infrastructure ambitions, signaling faster development along the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) and enhanced opportunities for American investment.