The Philippine initial public offering (IPO) market remained on the sidelines in the first half of 2026, but upcoming regulatory reforms and a pipeline of marquee listings could set the stage for a long-awaited rebound in the country's capital markets.
Manulife has secured approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange for a normal course issuer bid, allowing the insurance company to buy back and cancel up to 42 million of its common shares. Outside Canada and the U.S., Manulife said it may undertake similar buybacks in other markets where it is listed, such as the Philippine Stock Exchange, in compliance with local regulations.
Alternergy Holdings Corp. on Friday, November 21, led the bell-ringing ceremony at the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) to highlight its recognition as the first...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday called on the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to streamline its regulatory processes, reduce transaction costs, and accelerate reforms to support the growth of the Philippine capital market, aligning with the goals of the newly enacted Capital Market Efficiency Promotion Act (CMEPA).
Upson International Corp., a retailer of personal computers and information technology products, has secured the approval of the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) for its P4.88 billion initial public offering.
Amid busy daily schedules, Globe is making self-care easier to access with its new Wellness Pillar, turning mobile subscriptions into more than just connectivity.
Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC) has supplied five commercial vehicles to EEI Carga Digital Logistics Corp. (eCarga), adding delivery capacity as the logistics provider expands its operations to meet growing customer requirements.
Jollibee Foods Corporation, widely known as the Jollibee Group, has once more earned distinction at the 2026 Golden Arrow Awards from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), securing two Golden Arrows for the second year running. This achievement also marks its fifth consecutive year receiving the prestigious recognition, reflecting steady progress in upholding high standards of corporate governance. The honor follows strong performance in the 2025 ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) assessment, where the company improved its overall score compared to the previous year. The Golden Arrow Awards recognize publicly listed Philippine companies that meet rigorous regional governance benchmarks, with the award granted to those achieving a score of at least 75 points across key areas including shareholder rights, stakeholder relations, transparency, board oversight, and sustainability. Group Global President and CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong emphasized that the accolade underscores years of dedicated work across the organization, noting that robust governance remains central to sustainable growth, greater accountability, and lasting value for all stakeholders. As the business continues to expand, the Jollibee Group affirmed its ongoing commitment to refining governance practices that support both strategic goals and the interests of those it serves.
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has officially launched its brand-new next-generation long-haul cabin products, crafted around how passengers actually work, dine, relax, and rest in the air to deliver a more comfortable, personal, and intuitive journey. The investment totals more than S$2 billion across all four cabin classes—First, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy—as part of the airline’s upgraded end-to-end travel experience.