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E-wallets seek rule parity with consumers
Financial technology executives have urged policymakers to develop regulations that cover the interests of both consumers and e-wallets and in the process, expand the country’s digital finance.
Read more →Filinvest office portfolio maintains solid renewals
Navigating a shifting office landscape where corporate occupiers increasingly prioritize green building certifications, operational efficiency and hybrid-compatible layouts, Filinvest Land Inc. office leasing portfolio continues to deliver unyielding institutional reliability.
Read more →Garbage fee
The City of Manila has implemented a steep increase of up to 1,200 percent in commercial garbage collection fees via City Ordinance 9151.
Read more →Government to abolish 5 GOCCs this year
The Governance Commission for GOCCs is eyeing to finish this year the process of winding up at least five state-run firms listed for abolition.
Read more →Government vows to keep fiscal consolidation on track
The government vowed to keep fiscal consolidation and monetary stability on track after Moody’s Ratings retained the Philippines’ investment-grade credit rating, as economic managers sought to reinforce confidence.
Read more →July vehicle sales dip; xEVs buck trend
Vehicle sales declined in July from a year ago, but electrified vehicles continued to defy the overall trend with sales jumping by 162 percent year-on-year.
Read more →Life insurance industry nets P21 billion in H1
The Philippine life insurance industry reported a net income of P21.42 billion in the first half, up by 3.4 percent.
Read more →NGCP gets more time to complete P8.2 billion grid projects
The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines has secured regulatory approval to push back the completion target for two transmission projects worth P8.2 billion to next year.
Read more →Nickel mining firms urge better coordination in critical minerals
The country’s nickel miners are calling for better coordination with the government to attract investments, amid the country’s push to strengthen its critical minerals sector.
Read more →NNIC remits P70 billion to government (1st of two parts)
The New NAIA International Corp. has already remitted around P70 billion to the government, less than two years after taking over the operation of the country’s premier gateway following the successful privatization and turnover of the operation and maintenance of the then government-operated airport on Sept. 14, 2024 to the winning bidder.
Read more →NNIC rolls out new NAIA standards
The private operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport has signed its first deal with an airline outlining key performance indicators to improve operational efficiency.
Read more →PEZA-approved investments more than double in 8 months
Investments cleared by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority more than doubled from January to August, reflecting strong investor confidence in the country.
Read more →Stocks tumble as US targets Iran with new sanctions
Increasing uncertainty over the situation in the Middle East and investors maintaining their defensive stance ahead of this week’s Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas policy meeting dragged the local stock market to a negative finish yesterday.
Read more →Toyota Philippines leads Batangas port revenue collection
The country’s leading automotive firm Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. was recognized as the top revenue contributor to the Bureau of Customs - Port of Batangas as it remitted P23.66 billion in customs duties and taxes from January to July.
Read more →Spooky Season Starts Now: Simple Modern Unveils Two-Part Halloween and Fall Drinkware Collection
Three new Halloween-inspired patterns arrive Aug. 25, followed by a broader fall collection in September. Spooky Season is here! Spooky season is here! Simple Modern brings new Halloween drinkware designs that highlight playful ghosts, spider webs and other seasonal favorites, launching Aug. 25 as the brand releases the first of two fall collections. Fall style, wherever the season takes you. Simple Modern’s seasonal drinkware is designed to go everywhere, from morning coffee and daily commutes
Read more →Ready, Set, Glō: AGS Introduces the Glō™ Cabinet Family
Glō UR43 debuts as the first model in the new family ahead of G2E 2026 LAS VEGAS, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AGS, a global gaming supplier of high-performing slot, table, and interactive products, today introduced Glō™ UR43, a new video cabinet family built around the interaction of light, shape, and surface. Glō UR43, the first model in the family, will make its public debut at G2E 2026. Glō UR43 pairs a sculpted asymmetrical silhouette and warm and inviting ambient illumination with a m
Read more →The Third APEC 2026 Senior Officials' Meeting and Related Meetings Grandly Held in Dalian
Publicity Department of the CPC Dalian Municipal Committee DALIAN, China, Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From August 17 to 28, the Third APEC Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM3) and related meetings are held in Dalian, Liaoning province, once again putting the beautiful coastal city in the global spotlight. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. For video: https://h.xinhuaxmt.com/vh512/share/13244013?docid=13244013&newstype=1001&d=13527d1&channel=we
Read more →Lingyun Xiang Named "Mauritius International Goodwill Ambassador for Economic, Trade and Cultural Exchange”
Chinese Economist and Professor Based in the United States Recognized for International Economic, Technology and Cultural Engagement LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lingyun Xiang, a Chinese economist, professor and independent scholar based in the United States, has been named the "Mauritius International Goodwill Ambassador for Economic, Trade and Cultural Exchange”in recognition of his work in international economic cooperation, business exchange, technology innovation and cross
Read more →Form 8.3 - Ramsdens Holdings Plc
Downing LLP LEI: 213800G3X76VBG9SB504 25 August 2026 Form 8.3 re. Ramsdens Holdings Plc PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the "Code”) 1. KEY INFORMATION (a) Full name of discloser:Downing LLP(b) Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):Client funds managed by Downing LLP(c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant
Read more →Catapult Named to 2026 Inc 5000 List, Ranking Among America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
Michigan-based Catapult, a leader in virtual kitchens, helps independent restaurants increase revenue TROY, Mich., Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult, a restaurant growth company helping operators unlock profitable online sales, today announced it has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, ranking No. 125 among the fastest-growing private companies in America. Catapult earned the distinction after achieving significant revenue growth over the past three years. The recognition marks a sig
Read more →707 Cayman Holdings Limited Announces Signing of Term Sheet to Acquire Crucial Innovation Inc., Supported by US$10.25 Million Financing Led by GeoNova Holdings
HONG KONG, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 707 Cayman Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: JEM) ("707" or the "Company"), a Hong Kong-based company that sells quality apparel products and provides supply chain management solutions, today announced that it has entered into a non-binding Term Sheet to acquire Crucial Innovation Inc. ("CINV"), an integrated pharmaceutical botanical therapeutics company. The proposed transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including satisfactory due dili
Read more →Percipience Names Stephen W. Mitchell Senior Vice President of Sales
Insurtech revenue leader joins the award-winning data and analytics provider to drive growth across carriers, MGAs, program business, and the London market. NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Percipience, an award-winning insurtech data and analytics software provider, today named Stephen W. Mitchell, CPCU, senior vice president of sales. Mitchell joins as Percipience accelerates its growth strategy across carriers, managing general agents (MGAs), and the London Market. He will lead
Read more →Neurologists Interested in Cell Therapy in Neuro-Immune Diseases, but Safety and Logistics Will Shape Adoption, According to Spherix Global Insights
New research finds neurologists anticipate meaningful durable remission in neuro-immune disease, while long-term safety, patient selection, and treatment logistics remain central to future uptake. Exton, PA, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cell therapy is emerging as a potentially important new treatment approach across neuro-immune diseases, with chimeric antigen receptor T (CAR T) cell therapy programs advancing in generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), multiple sclerosis (MS), chronic inflamm
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