Philippines Business News

Coverall of Columbus, a Leading Commercial Cleaning Service in Columbus, OH, Surpasses 40 Five-Star Google Reviews

Central Ohio commercial cleaning provider reaches a 44-review milestone on Google, with 39 of those reviews awarding its Franchise Business Owners a five-star rating. Columbus, OH, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coverall® of Columbus, a leading commercial cleaning franchisor serving businesses throughout Columbus, Dublin, Westerville, Gahanna, Hilliard, New Albany, Upper Arlington, Worthington, and the greater central Ohio area, has surpassed 40 Google reviews, reaching 44 verified customer

Germany: Has the fiscal package finally reached the economy?

Taiwan says US arms support serves American interests after Trump-Xi summit

Katniss Pty Ltd Reports Record Quarter as Private Equity Activity Drives Growth

BRISBANE, Australia, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Katniss Pty Ltd has reported a record quarter, with the Australian firm attributing its strong performance to increased activity and profitable transactions across private equity and private-company secondary markets. The company, which operates through katnisspty.com and serves clients internationally, says private equity has become an increasingly important part of its business as investors look beyond traditional listed markets for oppor

I Buy Georgia Announces Bank-Free Cash Home Buying Solutions for Augusta-Area Homeowners

Local Cash Buyers Offer Bank-Free Solutions Augusta, GA, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- I Buy Georgia, a family-owned home buying company serving Richmond, Columbia, and Aiken Counties, today announced bank-free direct cash sale solutions for homeowners in Augusta and surrounding communities. The company says shifting market conditions, including longer days on market and rising interest rates, have made traditional sale timelines harder for some sellers to plan around. Its process includes

Iran awaits US response to Hormuz peace plan as Trump reportedly rejects deal

Hong Kong’s Chief Executive takes to the airwaves to discuss his strategic vision for development under the city’s First Five-Year Plan

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 18 September 2026 - Hong Kong's Chief Executive, John Lee, took part in a radio phone-in programme this morning (September 18), fielding questions about the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) (2026-2030) and his fifth Policy Address, which were unveiled on Wednesday (September 16). Quizzed on various aspects of the HKSAR Government's new blueprint for economic and social develop

Global Health Congress 2026 Convenes Health System Leaders, Clinicians, Technologists, Investors and Innovators at the Yale Club of New York City, October 9th-11th

The three-day congress features keynote speaker Robert Herjavec and a live Venture Forum where healthcare founders pitch to investors and strategic partners. NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Health Congress 2026 will bring together clinicians, researchers, technologists, investors and policy leaders at the Yale Club of New York City from October 9-11, 2026. Presented by Global Health Forum, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Congress will feature 80+ speakers across 20+ topics and 12

US pressure campaign cuts Iran’s banking and air links as war drags on - WSJ

Al-Amanah Bank to finance LGU projects next year

Al-Amanah Islamic Investment Bank of the Philippines will begin financing local government units (LGUs) next year to address underfunding and support infrastructure deficits and basic public services.

Bargain hunting lifts PSEi from 10-month low

The local stock market finally put an end to its bleeding, rebounding from a 10-month low performance as investors capitalized on cheap prices.

BIR releases P23.6 billion in tax refunds

Tax refunds to taxpayers and businesses almost doubled to P23.67 billion from January to September, according to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)

DA sets aside P9.7 billion for El Niño response

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has earmarked P9.7 billion to fund additional response measures ahead of the “very strong” El Niño episode next month.

DOLE, DPWH post lowest NCA utilization rates

Several national government agencies had yet to fully utilize their cash allocations as of end-August, with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) posting the lowest utilization rates among major departments.

Financial resilience

A career professional narrated his financial life story. He said he spent his 30s earning well and his 40s discovering that earning well and building well are two entirely different skills.

FPH ready to buy back more shares

First Philippine Holdings Corp. (FPH) of the Lopez Group is ready to buy back more shares to boost its stock price, which the company believes is currently undervalued.

ICTSI buys out partner in Brazil logistics firm

International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) is buying out its partner in a full intermodal logistics provider that offers eco-efficient solutions to users of the Port of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.

IFC greenlights P4.4 billion bet on GCash IPO

The International Finance Corp. (IFC) has approved its P4.4-billion investment in the initial public offering (IPO) of GCash operator Mynt Inc.

Jobstreet launches AI engine for employers

Jobstreet by SEEK has introduced artificial intelligence (AI) into its platform, designed to help employers make quicker and informed recruitment decisions.

Let the science speak

Established under the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Law, the fuel marking program serves as the country’s frontline defense against the entry of smuggled fuel by introducing microscopic chemical markers into taxed petroleum products.

Malampaya gas flows again to Ilijan power plant

The 1,200-megawatt Ilijan power plant in Batangas is once again running on indigenous natural gas from the country’s Malampaya deep water gas-to-power project.

PAL to launch direct flights to India in December

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is strengthening links between the Philippines and India, with plans to launch nonstop services from Manila to Delhi and Mumbai in December.

Philippines home prices post slowest growth in 7 years

Residential property price growth nearly stalled in the second quarter, posting its weakest annual increase since the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) began the current data series in 2019 as falling prices outside Metro Manila offset stronger gains in the capital region.

Philippines rice imports may climb to 5.7 million metric tons next year – USDA

The Philippines may import up to 5.7 million metric tons (MT) of rice in 2027 to secure adequate stocks amid the potential decline in production due to El Niño.