International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) has become the first company listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) to surpass a market capitalization (MCAP) of ₱2 trillion, underscoring sustained investor confidence in the port operator’s global expansion. In a statement on...
A sustainability session focused on climate-related financial disclosures was organized recently by Philippine National Bank’s (PNB) Corporate Sustainability Division, headed by Jean Baruelo, and attended by PNB’s Board and management. Geocel Olanday is the Chairman of PNB’s Sustainability...
The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) has raised concerns over the sharp decline in the share of untied official development assistance (ODA) flowing into the Philippines, warning that the trend could reduce the flexibility and effectiveness of foreign-funded development...
The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose on Wednesday, July 15, lifted by gains on United States (US) markets after a lower inflation rate eased fears of an aggressive US Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hike. The main index gained 46.48 points, or 0.74 percent, to close at 6,302.5. Banks led the...
The proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between Manila and Ottawa could position the domestic nickel mining sector as a key alternative in the global critical minerals supply chain, according to the Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA). PNIA President Dante Bravo noted that the...
Cancer patients, particularly children, are expected to gain improved access to life-saving treatment following the opening of the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH). The new facility is expected to strengthen the country 's capacity to provide specialized...
Newly appointed Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Jose Brittanio “Brix” S. Pujalte Jr. on Tuesday, July 14, vowed to ensure the continuous delivery of quality healthcare services, saying his administration will prioritize strengthening the country’s public health system and supporting...
Local equities slipped as rising crude prices and intensifying geopolitical friction in the Middle East drove investors to the sidelines. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell 9.7 points, or 0.15 percent, to close at 6,256.02 on Tuesday, July 14, due to cautious sentiment across regional...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday, July 14, commended the Manila Police District (MPD) for its “disciplined and restrained” handling of a protest in the capital city, marking the 10th anniversary of the 2016 arbitral ruling on the West Philippine Sea (WPS). The rally along Kalaw...
More than 200 Philippine Air Force (PAF) personnel will take part in Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia as the military steps up its participation in multinational air combat training with allied and partner nations. PAF spokesperson Col. Ma. Christina Basco said the contingent will deploy with...
The World Nineball tour is slated for an October return in the Philippines with another edition of the Reyes Cup and the second installment of the Philippine Open Pool Championship. Team Asia led by PH billiard legend and captain Francisco ‘Django’ Bustamante is looking to defend the Reyes...
The Philippines is staying out of the recent pronouncement by the United States calling for the dismantling of the "International Criminal Court 's threat" to its sovereignty, as it is beyond the government 's control, Malacañang said. "Hindi sakop ng ating gobyerno ang polisiya ng...
