Philippines Business News

WATCH: Bisaya music on global map

The Bisaya band Oh! Caraga is eyeing to put Cebuano-language music on the global map and explore opportunities for Grammy recognition through a planned collaboration with American musician and producer Stokes Nielson. Nielson, a songwriter, producer and member of country group The Lost Trailers, joined Oh! Caraga members Kenneth Corvera and Adam Niel Corvera at a press conference on Oct. 1, 2026, to announce plans for Spirit of the Country Cebu. The artists have already recorded a cover of Olivi

‘All sugar output should be reserved for domestic use’

Local sugar producers have urged government to reserve all output for domestic use, citing a projected decline in supply and the need to safeguard the industry.

Arthaland ramps up expansion of sustainable project portfolio

Real estate developer Arthaland Corp. is ramping up expansion of its sustainable project portfolio after successfully raising over P2 billion from an oversubscribed preferred share offering.

Data security, privacy remain barriers to AI adoption

Philippine businesses are increasingly embracing AI to boost productivity, but concerns over data security and privacy continue to hamper further adoption.

DBP urges public to invest in RTBs

State-run Development Bank of the Philippines called on the public to invest in the latest tranche of the retail Treasury bond program, which provides shorter tenor and higher interest rate.

Hanabishi eyes sales growth despite cautious outlook

Hanabishi Appliances has a cautiously optimistic outlook on sales growth this year as high fuel prices and foreign exchange volatility weigh on dealers’ expansion plans.

Japanese semicon firm to build facility in Batangas

A Japanese semiconductor firm is set to break ground on a manufacturing facility in Batangas as part of its expansion plan in the Philippines.

Philippines eyed as next wellness destination

If you have the means to live longer and better, chances are you would consider Singapore or Hong Kong for your medical checkups.

Philippines handlooms weave their way into the digital age

The Department of Science and Technology is preparing to roll out a digital passport for Philippine handloom textiles to help them comply with European Union requirements and curb counterfeit products.

Philippines tourism makes stride as global ranking climbs

The Philippines was named the seventh-fastest improving economy in global tourism after climbing eight places to 57th out of 110 countries in the 2026 Travel and Tourism Development Index by the World Economic Forum.

Red flags

There is no question that protecting our country’s borders is important.

SEC seeks higher capital requirement for brokers

The Securities and Exchange Commission is looking to raise the minimum capital requirement for stockbrokers to P120 million from P100 million as part of its next wave of capital market reforms.

The changing ad game for Pinoy brands

The fast-changing landscape of the internet and social media has reshaped people’s media consumption preferences and habits.

They are just like us

I’ve often wondered why the rich live so lavishly.

Toshiba’s Philippines expansion to create 3K jobs – Recto

Japanese firm Toshiba’s planned expansion of its hard disk drive manufacturing operations in the Philippines is projected to generate 3,000 additional jobs for Filipinos, further strengthening the country’s role in the global data storage supply chain, Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said yesterday.

DA builds $6M agribusiness center in Zambales

THE Department of Agriculture (DA) has begun building a $6-million agribusiness incubation center in Zambales to help small farmers develop sustainable enterprises. The center broke ground Oct. 1 at the DA Research Outreach Station for Lahar-Laden Areas Development in Barangay Rabanes, San Marcelino. The facility is part of a project funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (Koica) to improve the livelihoods and incomes of marginalized farmers in Central Luzon. The project, implement

DENR mobilizes field offices for El Niño

THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Friday said it has mobilized its regional and field offices to prepare for a potentially severe El Niño through the first half of 2027. State weather bureau Pagasa (Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration) has warned that the El Niño weather pattern — which naturally occur every two to seven years — could become very strong by the year-end, bringing prolonged dry spells, w

​PH needs $5M UN grant to cut ‘super pollutants’

THE Philippines needs up to $5 million in United Nations funding to reduce emissions of “super pollutants” that accelerate global warming, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said on Friday. Environment Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna said the country had applied for the Climate and Clean Air Coalition’s Super Pollutant Country Action Accelerator. The Philippines also offered to host the coalition’s board meeting in Manila in 2027. Cuna discussed the applicatio

'Global Civilization Dialogues' Series Arrives in Xi'an with Orchid Awards Guests

XI'AN, China, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- An international exchange event in the "Global Civilization Dialogues: Rendezvous with the Orchid" series recently took place in Xi'an. The initiative was held under the guidance of China International Communications Group (CICG) and the Publicity Department of the Shaanxi Provincial Party Committee, and organized by the Orchid Awards Secretariat, the China Center for International Communication Development (CCICD), and the Publicity Department of the

The Champions Collective Celebrates Year One

The brand reflects on a year defined by thousands of handcrafted pieces, groundbreaking innovation, and partnerships with champions across professional sports. Minneapolis, MN, Oct. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Champions Collective, a Jostens company, is celebrating its first anniversary following its rebrand. Over the past year, the organization has partnered with champions across professional sports to commemorate unforgettable victories through championship jewelry, including programs for

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Chinese media praises Shanghai Electric’s latest Malaysian project: a step forward for China’s high-end power equipment in overseas markets

SHANGHAI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 3 October 2026 - China News Service (CNS) praises Shanghai Electric's recent contract for Unit 3 of the Samalaju Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Project in Sarawak, Malaysia, highlighting it as the first overseas deployment of a heavy-duty gas turbine manufactured by the Chinese company. Caption:Shanghai Electric's heavy-duty gas turbine makes its overseas debut https://youtu.be/0rK3O7ispTQ?si=wZ_x_lXpo5SjxC_V The deal is seen as a milestone in the i

HKIS - Quantity Surveying Division Conference 2026

Transforming QS Practice in a New Era: Integrating Digital Construction, Collaborative Contracting and Payment Security HONG KONG, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 3 October 2026 - The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS) Quantity Surveying Division hosted the HKIS Quantity Surveying Division Conference 2026 (the Conference) today at the CIC-Zero Carbon Park. This year's theme, "Transforming QS Practice in a New Era: Integrating Digital Construction, Collaborative Contracting and Payment Sec

From Abu Dhabi to the World: Chery Group Reaffirms Its Commitment to FREELANDER and a New Benchmark for Premium Brands

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FREELANDER held its Global Brand Launch at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi on 29 September 2026, opening a new chapter in its international development. Eight distinguished guests bearing the title of His Excellency attended, alongside government representatives, business partners and media. Charlie Zhang, Executive Vice President of Chery International, addressed the event, reaffirming Chery Group’s long-term comm