The Philippines’ manufacturing sector slipped into contraction in April, its first downturn since November, as weakening demand and rising costs weighed on output, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Asurion Philippines is scaling up its customer solutions business as it broadens its footprint beyond its long-standing manufacturing and repair operations.
Philippine manufacturing lost momentum at the end of the first quarter, as rising energy costs and geopolitical tensions weighed on the sector, according to the S&P Global Philippines Manufacturing PMI report released April 1.
Unilever Philippines is expanding its regional supply chain with the launch of a new collaborative manufacturing facility in Mandaue City, Cebu—its first production site outside Luzon—as the consumer goods giant moves to localize operations and accelerate delivery to fast-growing southern markets.
The Philippine manufacturing sector showed tentative signs of recovery in December as activity returned to expansion territory, signaling improving demand conditions after a volatile fourth quarter.
St. Luke’s Medical Center–Global City has successfully performed its first native balloon-expandable Edwards SAPIEN 3 heart valve implantation, expanding minimally invasive treatment options for Filipino patients with severe heart valve disease.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is improving connectivity to Siargao Island through an expanded airport passenger terminal and upgraded port facilities, aiming to accommodate growing tourism demand and provide travelers with better air and sea transport options.
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and Globe Telecom are strengthening efforts to protect Filipino children from online privacy risks and promote responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).
Big E Food Corporation, maker of Lemon Square cakes and pastries, is strengthening its presence in Batangas with a new manufacturing facility and the opening of its 150th retail store at LIMA Estate.