Thursday, 5 March 2026
2 hours ago
Cebu leaders brace for Middle East conflict’s inflationary effects
“All city departments are directed to strictly manage fuel consumption. Government vehicles must be used efficiently and only for essential services. We must protect public funds to ensure uninterrupted delivery of services to our people,” said Archival in a message posted on his Facebook page on Wednesday.
2 hours ago
SEC term limits could force 4 of 5 veteran PSE broker directors off board
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)unveiled its most aggressive governance crackdown on leaders of the Philippine Stock Exchange, proposing term limits that could force most of its longest-serving broker directors off the board.
5 hours ago
Higher Feb. inflation burdens low-income Filipinos with pricier food
The government reported on Thursday, March 5, 2026 that inflation for the bottom 30 percent income households climbed to 2.5 percent in February 2026, up from 1.6 percent in January and 1.5 percent in February 2025.
5 hours ago
DoubleDragon cleared to acquire 35% stake in MerryMart
The Philippine Competition Commission has cleared DoubleDragon Corp.’s planned entry into retail, approving its acquisition of a 35 percent stake in affiliate MerryMart Consumer Corp.
5 hours ago
STI enrollment eases from record high as public schools draw students, profit growth intact
STI Education Systems Holdings Inc., the country’s biggest chain of private schools, saw enrollments soften from record-high levels as some students shifted to public schools, although strong margins kept profits growing at a solid pace.
8 hours ago
WINNING | MSME lending boom powers Asialink nationwide growth
A surge in demand for financing among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is pushing Philippine lender Asialink Finance Corp. to scale up its lending programs and expand its reach nationwide.
8 hours ago
Midea expands appliance lineup amid market volatility
Despite geopolitical disruptions and inflation, demand for home appliances in the Philippines remains resilient as consumers continue upgrading appliances when building or renovating homes.
9 hours ago
Robinsons Land launches free Electric Love Bus service with MMDA
Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) has partnered with the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Global Electric Transport (GET) Philippines for the Electric Love Bus program, a sustainable point-to-point transport service offering free rides to the public.
9 hours ago
Jollibee Group, DepEd team up to shape SHS QSR workforce track
The Jollibee Group is working with the Department of Education (DepEd) to develop a specialized senior high school elective focused on the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector, part of a broader push to better align classroom learning with workforce demands.
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