The Philippines’ recent exit from the global money-laundering watchlist is the “biggest” breakthrough that would push the country further towards achieving an “A” credit rating, according to the top executive of the local trust arm of Canadian insurance giant Sun Life. Speaking to...
While the Philippine economy is expected to expand by 6.2 percent this year, Sun Life Investment Management and Trust Corp. (SLIMTC) said the peso could depreciate to as low as 61 against the US dollar. “Growth will improve to 6.2 percent from 5.6 percent last year. However, peso will weaken and...
Isuzu’s broad lineup of truck offerings are on display this weekend for the 2025 Isuzu Truck Fest at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. The Isuzu Truck Fest is a showcase of Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s (IPC) extensive lineup of trucks, from passenger vehicles, to light duty all the...
DAVAO CITY – A petition for bail filed by the counsels of three accused, including the mastermind, in the killing of former Philsaga Mining Corp. president retired Col. Samuel Afdal four years ago in Surigao del Sur province was denied by the Quezon City Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 85. THE...
DigiPlus Interactive, through its social development arm, BingoPlus Foundation, continued efforts in promoting resilience in vulnerable communities by bringing its KabuhayanPLUS program to South Luzon. DIGIPLUS and BingoPlus Foundation delivered solar solutions in remote communities and recovery...
Online gaming firm DigiPlus Interactive Corporation is solidifying its commitment to Brazil’s rapidly expanding iGaming sector with the appointment of industry specialist Graham Tidey as country manager of the company’s operations in the South American country. In a disclosure to the Philippine...
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) reported that the Tuy-Dasmariñas transmission line, aimed at increasing generation capacity in the south, is nearing completion. In briefing, Redi Allan Remoroza, NGCP assistant vice president and head of transmission planning, stated that...
Honda, a dominant player in motorcycle manufacturing, is stepping up its marine unit in the Philippines to capture the market share of water-based transportation, especially those utilizing outboard motors. During a launch event on Wednesday, Feb. 26, Honda Philippines President Sayaka Arai said...
Even as it prepares for its first overseas online gaming venture in Brazil, DigiPlus Interactive Corporation is putting up DigiPlus Global Pte. Ltd. in Singapore so it can expand its geographical footprint even more. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the firm said this plan was...
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has welcomed the decision of the Singaporean tribunal and assured that the concession agreement will remain unchanged. In a briefing on Wednesday, Feb. 26, NGCP spokesperson Cynthia Alabanza explained that the recent arbitration case versus...
SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime), one of Southeast Asia’s largest property developers, has successfully raised ₱25 billion from the issuance of fixed-rate retail bonds, which it listed on the Philippine Dealing & Exchange Corporation (PDEx) on Feb. 25, 2025. The issuance, consisting of...
Tanco-led online gaming firm DigiPlus Interactive Corporation has been included in the FTSE All-Cap Index and FTSE Total-Cap Index, effective at the close of business on March 21, 2025. Previously classified under the FTSE Microcap Index in 2024, DigiPlus said its progression to these broader...
