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SEC pushes sukuk as new funding option, unveils rules to grow Islamic finance

The Securities and Exchange Commission is set to raise awareness of sukuk as an alternative way for businesses and projects to raise funds, as it works to develop the country’s Islamic finance sector and encourage more Shari’ah-compliant investment products.
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Visayas roots, Singapore routes: Top Line redraws its map

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Singapore is no longer just a distant dot on Top Line Business Development Corp.’s growth chart. It has become a very literal marker of how far the company has travelled in 12 years, from a Visayas-based real estate developer to an emerging energy player now thinking in global supply routes.

Sunlight Air chooses precision over size aloft

PSAC urges stronger funding for Philippines startups 

Tariffs rattle, AI thrives: Gruppo EMS builds ahead 

Aboitiz focus on industry, townships follow jobs

SteelAsia bets big on green steel

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Agriculture

Agriculture

NFA steps up palay purchases as wet-season support prices rise

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The Department of Agriculture (DA) confirmed that the National Food Authority (NFA) is expanding its palay procurement efforts to boost the country’s rice buffer stocks.

FTI fast-tracks nationwide food hubs to cut food costs 

PCA seeks P1.26 billion to fund 100-million coconut replanting program

SRA reforms strengthen industry amid climate and market challenges

SIDC taps Nextbank to speed digital banking shift

Updated farmland conversion policy expected next month

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Corporate

Corporate

SEC adopts updated financial reporting standards

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The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally adopted the latest set of financial reporting pronouncements to ensure the country’s reporting framework keeps pace with changing global accounting standards and growing demands for sustainability-related disclosures.

Bounty Fresh targets emerging cities with restaurant expansion

Manila Water’s diversified supply network ensures 24/7 service amid challenges

Philippine Manufacturing Week spotlights smart factory technologies, partnerships

Jollibee Group Foundation’s farmer-led agri-tech initiative wins top CSR recognition

SEC penalizes online lender P1 million for predatory rate and collection practices

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Banking & Insurance

Banking & Insurance

Etiqa celebrates seven years with stronger customer-first strategy

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Etiqa Philippines is marking its seventh year under the Etiqa brand by doubling down on customer experience, operational efficiency, and broader insurance access, underscoring how insurers are increasingly competing on service quality as much as product offerings.

Scam Watch clarifies BSP rules on reimbursement claims

BSP names new assistant governor for financial markets

BSP tells banks to boost cybersecurity vs AI-driven cyber threats 

PNB posts 17% jump in first-half net income to P14.6 billion

BPI Wealth pushes easier retirement planning on its 175th year

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Markets

PSEi rally gains steam as stable peso lifts outlook

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The stock market could be entering a stronger recovery phase after the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) broke through key resistance levels, with a stable peso adding to optimism that local equities can sustain their recent gains despite inflation concerns and geopolitical risks.

Netflix stocks slide after weak revenue outlook spooks

Philippine IPO revival hinges on reforms, blockbuster listings

Earnings season tests market amid rate concerns

SAMA debut gives Filipino brands regional growth springboard

Peso holds ground while politics tests market confidence 

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Travel

Sports & Entertainment

SB19 turns global fame into Philippine tourism draw

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There was a time when travel brochures did the heavy lifting. Today, a viral music video, a sold-out concert and an army of devoted fans can inspire plane tickets faster than any postcard ever could.

GSTC sets new plant-based benchmark for hospitality sector 

Philippines stays hot as travelers spend smarter this year

Siargao rides history with first World Surf League tour

Delta nonstop Manila flights lift US tourism prospects

Cebu sees surge in interest from Vietnamese summer travellers

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Energy

Energy & Mining

DOE opens bidding guidelines for Mindanao-focused renewable energy auction

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The Department of Energy has released the terms of reference for the seventh round of the Green Energy Auction, which will prioritize renewable energy projects in Mindanao.

Another round of steep fuel price hikes expected this week

IGNITE Power-SOCOTECO II conditional JV gets strong backing from coop members

SM stays on track for 2040 emissions goal

Meralco explains power hike amid fuel price pressures

DOE welcomes start-up of Cotabato solar power plant

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Transport & Communications

Transport & Logistics

Petron to build P340-M fuel farm at Bohol-Panglao airport

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Aboitiz InfraCapital Bohol Airport Corp. has awarded Petron Corporation the contract to design, build, operate and maintain a new Jet A-1 fuel farm at the Bohol-Panglao International Airport to support the facility’s rising passenger numbers and flight movements.

PAL bets on widebody fleet in global competition step-up

Better roads drive local enterprise expansion

Kia Sportage return drives ACMobility’s EV expansion

ICTSI pays $130M to sustain Brazil expansion

Auto sales slide, but EV demand fuels recovery

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Property

Property

Big developers prioritize malls as retail thrives

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The Philippines’ biggest property developers are placing greater emphasis on malls as retail continues to outperform other real estate segments, supported by resilient consumer spending and the appeal of stable recurring rental income.

SM Prime lines up over 20 events at New SM Seaside Cebu Arena

Havitas moves into wellness real eatate

Manila emerges as world’s second prime housing market

Megaworld channels MREIT share-sale proceeds into township expansion

GSIS awards land titles to Baguio, Benguet workers under national housing program

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Communications & Technology

Globe teams up with Japan’s KDDI for next phase of growth

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Globe Telecom Inc. has entered a strategic partnership with KDDI Corporation, one of Japan’s top telecommunications and digital services firms, to unlock new growth opportunities for mobile services and transform retail experiences across the Philippines.

ManageEngine launches Marketplace to expand ecosystem of partner-built tools and AI solutions

MicroSourcing, Beepo deepen Clark push with 400 jobs

Marcos backs local data centers to boost PH data sovereignty and digital security

PLDT ready to back gov’t data residency rules 

Fortinet upgrades FortiEndpoint platform to secure AI adoption and streamline endpoint security

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Opinion

Pax Silica pits silicon dreams against sovereignty concerns

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Pax, the Roman goddess of peace, was often portrayed carrying an olive branch. Ironically, her modern namesake has arrived carrying semiconductor blueprints, investment pledges—and a healthy dose of controversy.

Elon Musk learns trillion-dollar fortunes can wobble

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Elon Musk has just misplaced about USD260 billion. Before anyone starts a crowdfunding campaign, though, he's still worth an estimated USD745 billion—comfortably enough to remain the world's richest person.

Trust ratings aren’t get-out-of-jail cards

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If trust ratings could acquit public officials, we might as well save everyone the trouble.

VP Duterte impeachment keeps Senate cards hidden

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Monday's biggest vote in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte turned out to be the one the public never saw.
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