Aboitiz-led Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) and the ATRAM Group have entered into an investment agreement to merge their respective trust subsidiaries. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), UnionBank announced that it will hold a 27.5 percent ownership stake in ATR...
The Philippines must pursue long-term reforms to thrive amid intensified uncertainty wrought by geopolitics and external developments, including Donald J. Trump's impending return to the White House seen solidifying the United States' trade protectionism, according to a World Bank economist. On the...
K-pop star Jungkook of idol group BTS will be returning to Disney+ with a brand new three-episode docuseries. The “Jung Kook: I Am Still: The Original” will premiere on Disney+ on Dec. 3. The Disney+ docuseries is an extended cut of the theatrical release “Jung Kook: I Am Still” and...
Homegrown instant payment systems provider Higala Group Inc. has partnered with Yuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) to roll out the SynerFi platform for small lenders’ digital transactions in the countryside. SynerFi’s open-payments infrastructure grants customers of rural banks...
Fillet and lobster tail The Bistro Group is wrapping up the year with an impressive addition to its roster: Morton’s The Steakhouse, which will open its doors on November 25 at Uptown East Gate, Bonifacio Global City (BGC). Known globally for its prime USDA-aged steaks and upscale dining...
Korean entertainment company HYBE gave an update on the highly anticipated full group comeback of K-pop idol group BTS. In October 2022, when Big Hit Music, BTS’ agency, announced the military service of the members, it said, “Both the company and the members of BTS are looking forward to...
Megaworld Corporation, the country’s pioneer builder of townships, reported a 16 percent growth in net income for the first nine months of 2024 to P15.69 billion, from P13.5 billion in the same period last year, as all its key businesses improved. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange...
A duet of the famous holiday song “White Christmas” will be released, featuring BTS’ V and Bing Crosby. “White Christmas (with V of BTS),” featuring the voices of V and Crosby, is set for release at 2 p.m. KST on Dec. 6. Big Hit Music, BTS’ agency, announced that V...
For Ford Territory owners, Ford Philippines has announced the launch of Territory Assure+, an initiative that aims to improve the ownership experience for them by offering a range of enhanced services. This initiative is available to both current and previous-generation Ford Territory owners,...
The Figaro Coffee Group and Pepsi Cola Philippines are bringing festive cheer this holiday season with a Christmas Raffle Promo, offering a chance to win grand prizes. From Oct. 15 to Dec. 31, customers who purchase food items with Pepsi products at participating Figaro Coffee Group outlets...
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go on Monday, November 4 called on the government to provide comprehensive assistance to all farmers noting the significant damage wrought by recent typhoons “Kristine” and “Leon.” Both typhoons ravaged crops across various regions in the Philippines...
With an average of $3.5-billion (about P204 billion) asset losses inflicted by a string of strong typhoons and earthquakes to the Philippine economy each year, the World Bank enjoins tapping disaster-risk finance, especially private-sector insurance, to boost preparedness. In an Oct. 31 report...
