Friday, 7 August 2026
2 days ago
INSIDER VIEW | Who’s afraid of Pax Silica?
By: Froilan Castelo
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
By: Miguel R. Camus
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.
23 Apr 2026
8:40PM
Ayala’s ACEN sees surge in demand as energy crisis drives shift to renewables
The energy crisis spurred by the Middle East conflict is driving demand for more stable and predictable energy, creating a tailwind for ACEN Corp. as customers shift away from volatile fuel sources.
30 Mar 2026
8:48AM
Petron averts fuel shortage, secures 2.48-M barrels of Russian crude with PH government support
Petron Corp. has secured 2.48 million barrels of Russian crude to stabilize fuel supply after Middle East disruptions blocked key shipments.
24 Mar 2026
10:47PM
INSIDER INFO | War anxiety dominates private dinners in Manila’s elite circles
By: Miguel R. Camus
The war that seemed so distant just weeks ago is now hitting closer to home.
24 Mar 2026
4:59PM
Tycoon Consunji: Fuel shock may hit economy harder than pandemic disruptions
Tycoon Isidro Consunji said the group is bracing for rising fuel costs, warning that the worsening supply-driven shock could prove more disruptive to the economy than the pandemic that brought businesses to a standstill a few years ago.
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