Friday, 2 October 2026
11 hours ago
INSIDER HOUR | The consumer goods man betting on Globe's next act
By: Daxim L. Lucas
The criticism that has followed Cruz since he took over the Ayala conglomerate’s telecommunications unit is that he is, at heart, still an FMCG man. "FMCG" is business shorthand for “fast moving consumer goods”, in reference to his long and successful career selling soap and shampoo — a very different industry from telecommunications. And the surprising thing is that he agrees.
11 hours ago
Savoy Manila extends airport hotel streak as revenue grows
Savoy Hotel Manila was named the Philippines’ leading airport hotel for a sixth straight year, extending a winning streak supported by steady room demand near the country’s busiest airport.
12 hours ago
Philippines’ biggest retailer SM says no talks to invest in Landers
SM Investments Corp., the holding company of the country’s biggest retail group, has denied that it is negotiating to acquire a stake in Landers Superstore.
13 hours ago
Globe launches Starlink roaming in Japan—but Android only for now
Globe subscribers can now reach messaging and navigation apps in Japan’s cellular dead zones—but only with a compatible Android or Harmony phone and a paid roaming plan.
14 hours ago
MGEN, VITRO REIT build power backbone of digital infrastructure
Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGEN) and VITRO REIT Inc. are joining forces to explore the development of sustainable, power-enabled digital infrastructure in the Philippines, combining energy generation with data center capabilities.
14 hours ago
WINNING | RCBC brings SSS banking, US dollar payments online
RCBC is bringing more financial transactions online for two distinct groups of Filipinos, combining SSS-linked banking services with a way for freelancers and digital professionals to receive U.S. dollar payments.
14 hours ago
Alagang Ayala builds Filipino talent from classroom to careers
Ayala Corp. is strengthening its education initiatives under Alagang Ayala, connecting foundational learning programs with higher education and career preparation as the conglomerate seeks to help build a more skilled Filipino workforce.
15 hours ago
Forgotten Island tops PH Google searches in premiere week
DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island, featuring Filipino stars Liza Soberano and H.E.R., climbed Philippine Google search trends during its premiere week as audiences sought more information about the Filipino culture-inspired animated film.
17 hours ago
The Plaza marks 60 years of family, feasts and Filipino heritage
For six decades, The Plaza has served everything from state functions and international conferences to weddings, anniversaries, corporate gatherings and intimate family celebrations. Behind that longevity is a business that has remained closely tied to the family that founded it.
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