The Philippines staged a strong comeback in equity capital markets in 2025, powered by the blockbuster initial public offering of Maynilad Water Services, Inc., which ranked as the third-largest IPO in Southeast Asia, according to Deloitte’s Southeast Asia IPO Capital Market Report 2025.
Maynilad Water Services Inc.’s market debut came with a splash and a safety net. UBS AG Singapore Branch, acting as the stabilization agent for the utility’s initial public offering, snapped up a hefty 144.3 million Maynilad shares during the stabilization window after the stock slipped below its P15 IPO price.
Ayala Corp., the diversified investment holding company of the Ayala Group, said that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the amendment of...
As the Philippine initial public offering (IPO) market continues to feel the drag of global headwinds in 2024 and 2025, investor sentiment remains cautious and companies are in no rush to go public. Yet while the pipeline may be quiet, it is far from empty — especially in sectors like infrastructure, healthcare, energy, consumer goods, and tech-enabled services, where growth potential still sparks investor interest.
Globe Fintech Innovations Inc., the operator of mobile payments platform GCash, has announced that its board has approved a stock split—widely seen as a potential prelude to a future initial public offering (IPO).
As European consumers prioritize space-saving, energy-efficient and easy-to-use home products amid changing lifestyles, LG Electronics is showcasing seven advanced appliances at IFA 2026. The lineup demonstrates how AI, smart energy use and space-conscious design address key purchasing needs for modern, often limited living areas.
Maya, the country’s leading digital financial services platform, has been recognized at the 2026 HR Excellence Awards Philippines for the third consecutive year, securing a Silver Award for Excellence in Performance Management Evolution and a Bronze Award for Excellence in HR Technology Use. Competing among 64 firms at the Grand Hyatt Manila ceremony, Maya also reached finalist status in five additional categories: Employee Engagement, Employer Branding, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, and Talent Management.
FAST Logistics Group is leaning on technology, operational flexibility, and industry collaboration to manage persistent supply chain disruptions as businesses face rising costs, global uncertainty, and increasingly complex logistics networks.
Sales generated by coconut micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) more than tripled to P309.57 million at this year’s COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair, pointing to stronger demand for higher-value Philippine coconut products.