The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has secured final regulatory approvals to merge two of its thrift banking subsidiaries, a move that underscores the lender's push to streamline operations, strengthen capital efficiency, and sharpen its digital banking strategy.
Bank of the Philippine Islands, the banking unit of the Ayala Group, kept its earnings largely intact in the first half of 2026 as solid loan growth and stronger fee income offset a sharp rise in provisions for potential credit losses.
Bank of the Philippine Islands is widening its sustainability agenda beyond environmental initiatives, ramping up support for underserved sectors, small businesses, and financial inclusion programs nationwide.
Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is weighing the issuance of blue bonds as part of its growing focus on sustainable finance, signaling rising investor interest in water-related initiatives.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has backed a proposal to declare a state of calamity to mobilize government resources against the worsening effects of El Niño, saying authorities must act quickly as forecasts point to a potentially severe climate event.
Prime Midstream expects demand for natural gas to remain strong as the Philippines faces growing electricity needs, volatile fuel prices and the challenge of balancing renewable energy growth with reliable power supply.
Japanese Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Ono Sho attended the 82nd Anniversary of the Leyte Gulf Landings recently at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park, framing his presence as a gesture of friendship spanning the political, defense, economic, and diplomatic spheres.
San Miguel Corp. (SMC) has received recognition from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) for importing nearly USD370 million worth of American agricultural products in 2026, highlighting the Philippines’ importance as a market for US farm exports.