Zamora-led Nickel Asia Corporation (NAC) is planning to divest its stake in Coral Bay Nickel Corporation (CBNC), one of the world’s largest producers of nickel and cobalt, in favor of strategic partner Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd (SMM). In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE),...
Metro Pacific Water Solutions (MPWS), a unit of the Metro Pacific Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hitachi Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., to explore potential joint projects in the water and wastewater management sector in the Philippines. In a statement, Metro...
Japanese gaming firm Universal Entertainment Corporation (UEC) expects to end the year with a loss, partly due to the weak VIP market hounding its Philippine integrated resort, Okada Manila, and other casinos operating in the country. In a disclosure to the Tokyo Stock Exchange, UEC said that based...
Despite declining approval and trust ratings, Vice President Sara Duterte vowed that her office will continue bridging the gaps and providing services to Filipinos. Vice President Sara Duterte (MB file photo) In a media interview in Davao City during Christmas Day, the official did...
Governance score cards should not be confined to trust rating surveys, Malacañang said after President Marcos' approval and trust ratings declined. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin (PPA/KJ Rosales) In a statement, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin emphasized that to consider surveys as the...
The holiday season is here, and SM Mall of Asia is celebrating in style with an exciting range of firsts in the Philippines. From the biggest flagship stores to debuting global brands, the mall takes shopping and dining to new heights. Whether you’re savoring bold coffee flavors, discovering...
The majority of the country’s top government officials saw a dip in their approval and trust ratings in November, according to a survey conducted by Pulse Asia and released on Saturday, Dec. 21. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte (Malacañang, OVP photos)...
19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards in Bangkok, Thailand (Photos courtesy of PropertyGuru) The 19th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, held on December 13 at The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand, celebrated the best of Asia’s real estate industry. Supported by V-ZUG...
This Christmas season, Disney Store by SM is bringing the holiday cheer with a special treat for every shopper. For every single-receipt transaction of ₱5,000, you’ll receive an exclusive Christmas postcard. Collect all 3 limited-edition designs and make your holiday cards extra special. Hurry,...
The new EX30 (Photos courtesy of Volvo) Volvo Philippines has unveiled the Volvo EX30, its most sustainable vehicle to date, during an exclusive launch at its Makati showroom last month. With the lowest carbon footprint in Volvo’s history, this fully electric subcompact SUV marks a significant...
Hari V. Krishnan, CEO and managing director of PropertyGuru Group (Photos courtesy of PropertyGuru) The cities we inhabit—where we live, work, and play—are brought to life through the vision and determination of property developers. From homes and offices to leisure hubs, these developments go...
Tiger Resort Asia Limited (TRAL) has divested its majority stake in publicly-listed Asiabest Group International Inc. (ABG), dashing hopes for the backdoor listing and follow-on offering of integrated resort Okada Manila. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), ABG stated, “We...
