Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) is recognized by the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) as Top Market Maker for Government Securities Eligible Dealers (GSED) for 2024 during the celebration of its 126th anniversary. The bank snags the title for the third consecutive time and for helping government in its financing requirements and enhancing Filipinos’ access to investment opportunities.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. assured lawmakers that his agency is closely watching the market and is taking steps to assure sufficient supply of food items at affordable prices, particularly rice, sugar, and onions.
AREIT Inc., the listed real estate arm of the Ayala Group, said Wednesday it will acquire a 276-hectare property in Zambales from Buendia Christiana Holdings Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of ACEN Corp., via property-for-share swap valued at P6.77 billion.
The Securities and Exchange Commission is redrawing the rulebook for companies eyeing a stock market debut, proposing a tiered minimum public ownership (MPO) framework that could make it easier—especially for large firms—to list on the Philippine Stock Exchange.
The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) is still facing right-of-way (ROW) issues for the final segments of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension, which could affect when commuters can fully benefit from the new line.
Philippine fast-food giant Jollibee has climbed to fifth place in the 2026 ranking of the world’s strongest restaurant brands, up from ninth last year. The rise reflects stronger consumer recognition, preference, and loyalty across international markets, according to the company’s Brand Strength Index.
Stores Specialists Inc. (SSI), the company that operates Marks & Spencer in the Philippines, announced on Wednesday that it will close all its stores in the country, with the last day of operations set for May 2.