Century Properties Group, Inc. (CPG) has doubled its annual dividend policy to 20 percent of the previous year’s earnings, from 10 percent, as it sees faster growth amid optimism over the prospects of the Philippine real estate sector. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the firm...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has prepared its deployable response groups (DRGs) across its 16 districts nationwide to enhance its disaster response capabilities this typhoon season. Commander Michael John Encina, deputy spokesperson of the PCG, said the DRGs are composed of coast guard...
The Qantas Group is closing its intra-Asia airline, Jetstar Asia, to strengthen its core businesses in Australia and New Zealand amid growing challenges. In a statement, Vanessa Hudson, Qantas Group chief executive officer, said the closure of Jetstar Asia would free up about $500 million in...
The Philippine Army (PA) is not resting on its laurels as it will not downsize its troop presence in Basilan even after the province was declared free from the threat and influence of the extremist Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG). Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, PA commanding general, said he wants to maintain the...
Anna Chua-Norbert of DDB Group Philippines has been awarded "Vision Leader" at the Campaign Asia-Pacific 's Women Leading Change Awards (WLCA) 2025, marking a historic first for a Filipina to receive this honor. This recognition also highlights her trailblazing work in integrating culture,...
Once a haven of the notorious Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), the province of Basilan in Mindanao was officially declared free from the influence and presence of the extremist group on Monday, June 9. Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) Secretary Carlito Galvez...
The provincial government on Monday, June 9, formally declared Basilan free from the presence and threat of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG). The official declaration ceremony was held at the Basilan Government Center in Santa Clara, Lamitan City, and was attended by national and local leaders, peace...
The SM Group has cemented its status as a regional powerhouse, amassing an impressive 42 award points at the prestigious Asia Pacific Stevies that propelled the conglomerate to win the coveted title of "Most Honored Organization of the Year," with SM Supermalls leading the charge by clinching 12...
A loan scheduled to be greenlit by the World Bank in October is aiming to improve water supply and sanitation in three Philippine islands. In a June 5 project information document, the Washington-based multilateral lender said its upcoming $275.38-million—or over ₱15-billion—financing for the...
A $600-million (over ₱33-billion) loan scheduled to be greenlit by the Washington-based World Bank in December is aiming to not only help sustain robust economic expansion in the Philippines but also ensure that Filipino workers are ready to reap growth-induced employment. In a June 2 program...
The advertising industry will be the clear winner when more casino operators try to jump on the online gaming bandwagon since these new players will have to spend billions of pesos monthly just to get a foot into the market and take some market share away from the first movers. Unicapital...
Tep, Jai, EL and Astro of the P-pop group ONX have been taking their passion for music seriously since their launch last year. (bawal magpahinga sa gigs or else papaluin sa behind!) The Boys and their manager Paolo Valconcha are happy with the support they are getting, especially from the group...
