The Philippines’ rise to 47th out of 70 economies in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook marks a notable step forward, but sustaining the momentum will depend on deeper structural reforms, stronger institutions, and accelerated digitalization of government services, according to the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA).
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) has extended to the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) the Silver Award representing the highest rating of 92.8 percent or “Very Satisfactory”, among 50 government agencies in the agency’s Report Card Survey (RCS) 2.0.
Lenovo has unveiled a broad expansion of its Yoga lineup, bringing together high-performance laptops, pen-first tablets, a new cross-device concept, and an upgraded personal AI system to support creative work from initial idea to finished project.
For years, new iPhone launches have meant long lines and midnight waits. This year, Globe Platinum transformed that tradition, turning the iPhone 18 release into an intimate celebration of innovation, dining, and community.
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is making saving more rewarding, launching a new program that lets customers build their savings while earning chances to win a year of Disney+ Premium access.
Technology-driven banking and lending platform Salmon Group has secured $140 million, around ₱8.8 billion, in new financing to accelerate its expansion across the Philippines. The capital injection marks a major milestone for the financial technology operator, reinforcing investor confidence in its business model and long-term growth trajectory within one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing digital economies.