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Thursday, 5 November 2026
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PAL builds $1-billion financial buffer to weather fuel crisis

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has built a $1-billion (P63.5-billion) financial buffer to weather soaring fuel costs, more than doubling its cash holdings since the start of 2026 as the flag carrier prepares for continued uncertainty in the aviation industry.
3 Oct 2026
9:58PM

Book with ‘peace of mind’: PAL allows free date change on Middle East flights

Philippine Airlines is offering one free flight-date change across three restored Middle East routes that contribute nearly 10 percent of its revenue.
10 Sep 2026
5:29PM

US deepens Subic push as Luzon corridor draws global backing

The United States is strengthening its foothold in Subic Bay by supporting the expansion of ship-repair capacity at one of the Philippines’ most strategic maritime hubs.
13 Aug 2026
11:16AM

PAL grows first-half revenue 6% despite fuel shock

Taipan Lucio Tan’s Philippine Airlines grew first-half revenue by 5.9 percent to $1.75 billion as higher fares, stronger cargo sales and ancillary income helped the flag carrier navigate a sharp increase in fuel prices.
5 Aug 2026
10:22AM

INSIDER VIEW | Who’s afraid of Pax Silica?

Pax Silica has stirred intense debate in recent weeks, culminating in the House of Representatives’ call for an investigation in aid of legislation into the Philippines’ participation in the US-led initiative.
8 Jul 2026
2:27PM

RCBC urges firms to manage FX and trade risks amid global shocks

Relief may be emerging for Philippine businesses after months of geopolitical disruptions pushed up shipping costs, fuel prices, and currency volatility, but Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) said companies should remain vigilant as pressures built up over months of conflict will not unwind overnight.
30 Apr 2026
6:49PM

Why Ayala Land scrapped Katipunan and paused its Makati luxury project

Ayala Land’s sudden move to cancel a Katipunan project and pause a flagship Makati launch is offering a rare inside look at how one of the country’s top developers is responding to a fast-changing market.
28 Apr 2026
12:07AM

UnionBank leans on pandemic playbook, shifts to ‘cautious growth’ mode in 2026

A volatile business environment shaped by global forces beyond anyone’s control is back in focus. For crisis-tested banks, it’s a familiar situation and fortunately a playbook is already in hand.
24 Apr 2026
6:28PM

Ayala braces for slowdown as price shocks hit consumer wallets

Ayala Corp. warned rising interest rates and inflation could weigh on the consumer market, potentially threatening profit goals after a record year and prompting the country’s oldest conglomerate to dial back aggressive expansion.
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