The government on Wednesday declared a state of calamity in Metro Manila, the country’s capital and economic hub, in response to widespread flooding caused by intense rainfall from Typhoon Carina and the Southwest Monsoon.
SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp., a major Philippine steel producer, unveiled its plan to build five new steel plants across the country costing P82 billion it projects will boost domestic manufacturing capabilities, reduce import dependency, and foster economic growth.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday ordered the Philippine Gaming and Amusements Corp. to stop all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations amid their illicit activities, and instructed other agencies to find jobs for those who would be displaced by the end of POGO ventures in the country.
The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) forecasts a favorable 2026 for the mining sector, driven by strong global demand for energy transition minerals and steady commodity prices.
Discovery Capital Finance Corp. has secured a credit facility with Union Bank of the Philippines, part of the Aboitiz group, to speed up its expansion across the country.
East West Banking Corp. is set to grow its priority banking network and services, following a 40 percent rise in assets under management to P120 billion last year. CEO Jerry G. Ngo announced the bank will increase priority banking branches nationwide from 13 to 20 in the coming years.