Sunday, 18 October 2026
15 hours ago
SEC issues rules on market makers to boost stock, bond liquidity
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is making an aggressive push to cure the Philippine stock market's chronic trading slump by enlisting market makers to keep money flowing.
19 hours ago
Cebu eyes AI research center, e-motorcycle manufacturing venture
CEBU CITY—Cebu is pursuing new investments in artificial intelligence (AI) research and electric motorcycle manufacturing as the provincial government seeks to convert investor interest from the recent Cebu Economic Forum 4.0 into business ventures and employment opportunities.
20 hours ago
Nordic investors acquire 49% stake in Vena Energy’s PH solar project
Singapore-headquartered renewable energy developer Vena Energy has signed agreements with Norwegian investment fund Norfund and Impact Fund Denmark for a combined 49 percent equity interest in the 500-MWp Ixus Bugallon Solar Power Project in Pangasinan.
21 hours ago
DOF chief Go champions Italy deals to spark Luzon Economic Corridor
Italian investments could help put more Filipinos to work, bring new technologies to the country, and strengthen the infrastructure that connects businesses and communities—as Italy looks to deepen its participation in the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC), according to the Department of Finance.
22 hours ago
Philippine startup funding doubles as corporate investors step in
Philippine startup funding more than doubled to US$81 million in the first half of 2026, even as deal volume dropped to seven, highlighting growing investor selectivity and the importance of corporate partnerships in scaling emerging businesses.
23 hours ago
Aboitiz Foundation brings digital learning to Benguet schools
Aboitiz Foundation is transforming learning experiences in remote Benguet communities through its AuroraPH initiative, bringing reliable electricity and digital education tools to underserved public schools.
1 day ago
Palawan Group steps up support for PH tennis development
Tennis development in the Philippines is getting a grassroots push as Palawan Group of Companies expands its efforts to bring the sport beyond established competitive circles and introduce it to more young Filipinos.
1 day ago
Lance Gokongwei, Chito Salazar named MAP Management Persons of the Year
The business organization announced the selection on Friday, October 16, recognizing the two executives for their leadership, management accomplishments and contributions to Philippine business and society. The recognition places Gokongwei and Salazar among a select group of business and government leaders honored by MAP over the award's six-decade history.
1 day ago
Zobel urges business unity as Philippines faces global headwinds
The chair of the Philippines’ oldest conglomerate called on business leaders to work together on issues that shape the country’s competitiveness, saying private enterprise and national progress remain deeply linked as the Philippines enters a more uncertain global environment.
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