San Miguel Corporation reported a strong first quarter for 2026, with revenues rising 19 percent to P428.3 billion, driven by solid performance across its food, power, fuel, infrastructure, and cement businesses.

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) are tightening coordination to position New Clark City as a more seamless and investor-friendly destination under the expanding Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC).

PLDT Enterprise and Araneta City Inc. (ACI) have expanded their long-running partnership to upgrade the digital infrastructure of Araneta City, supporting the district’s growing technology and connectivity needs.

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026 despite softer vehicle demand and broader economic headwinds, with strong growth in electrified vehicles helping sustain its leadership in the local automotive market.

Budget carrier Cebu Pacific carried nearly 2.3 million passengers in April 2026, slightly down by 0.7 percent from a year earlier, as higher ticket prices dampened travel demand.

The Philippines, with support from the World Bank and the United Kingdom, has launched a $1-billion agriculture transformation program aimed at modernizing farming, improving food security, and helping farmers adapt to climate change.

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday ordered the six-month preventive suspension of Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Aplasca as investigators from the people’s watchdog examine Wednesday night’s shooting inside the Senate. Remulla said the suspension was necessary to prevent possible interference in the probe. Aplasca, the Senate’s chief security officer and custodian of its CCTV footage, reportedly fired the first warning shot that triggered the incident. The Ombudsman’s investigation will focus on the chain of events, handling of security protocols, and preservation of evidence tied to the shooting. Remulla, a former justice secretary, stressed that accountability and an impartial inquiry are essential while authorities determine responsibility

Property Company of Friends, Inc. (Profriends) has renewed its partnership with Archipelago Builders Corporation(ABC) to continue the development of Westwind, a residential project inside Lancaster New City. The agreement covers the construction of Westwind’s second building.

The Philippines is once again facing growing energy security concerns as global oil market disruptions, driven by tensions between the United States and Iran, push fuel prices and inflation higher. The situation mirrors the 1973 and 1979 oil crises, which exposed the country’s heavy dependence on imported fuel and caused widespread economic hardship.