Foreign business groups welcomed the Philippines' elevation to upper middle-income economy status as a strong endorsement of the country's economic progress, while urging the government to accelerate reforms needed to convert the milestone into sustained investment and long-term growth.
Ayala Corp. has set aside P5 billion to buy additional shares in Ayala Land Inc. (ALI), signaling continued confidence in the property giant as the conglomerate expands its share buyback program amid subdued market valuations.
East West Banking Corporation served as the exclusive bank partner for JCI Manila’s 5th Ten Outstanding Guro Awards (TOGA 2026), an event held at PHINMA Plaza in Makati City to honor exceptional Filipino educators whose work transforms lives and communities nationwide.