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‘US-China rivalry creates opportunities for ASEAN’

By Louella Desiderio

Tensions between two of the world’s largest economies are seen to open opportunities for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, according to tycoon Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala.

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Inflation to remain above BSP target until 2027 – Citi

By Keisha Ta-Asan

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New flights enter Philippines airports

By Elijah Felice Rosales

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Philippines ranks 53rd in digital, AI competitiveness – IMD

By Louella Desiderio

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Security Bank trains more staff, develops AI agents

By Keisha Ta-Asan

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Placing what’s important on the table

By Mary Ann LL. Reyes | 8 hours ago

ASEAN summits are more than motorcades, road closures, traffic jams and world leaders exchanging handshakes and smiles before the cameras.

Disappointed yet loyal

By Francis J. Kong | 8 hours ago

When Apple opened preorders for its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, stock was gone in minutes.

Megaworld hikes Cebu township investment to P40 billion

Megaworld hikes Cebu township investment to P40 billion

By Richmond Mercurio | 8 hours ago

Property giant Megaworld Corp. is increasing its investment in Lapu-Lapu City in Cebu by an additional P10 billion to...

PMI pushes Philippine adoption as smoke-free revenues hit 43%

PMI pushes Philippine adoption as smoke-free revenues hit 43%

By Kristine Daguno-Bersamina | 13 hours ago

Philip Morris International is looking to accelerate the adoption of its smoke-free products in the Philippines as the portfolio...

MAP calls for modern, responsive regulation to unlock investments

MAP calls for modern, responsive regulation to unlock investments

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As the Philippines welcomes the global business and investment leaders this week, the country has an opportunity to show it...

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ASEAN raises 2026 growth forecast to 4.7%

ASEAN raises 2026 growth forecast to 4.7%

By Kristine Daguno-Bersamina | 15 hours ago

The ASEAN has raised its economic growth forecast for this year to 4.7% from 4.5%, although rising food and energy prices...

Philippines, Canada conclude free trade deal talks, eye 2027 signing

Philippines, Canada conclude free trade deal talks, eye 2027 signing

By Kristine Daguno-Bersamina | 18 hours ago

The Philippines and Canada have concluded negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), with both countries eyeing its signing...

PAL monitors US flight situation after nationwide ground stop

PAL monitors US flight situation after nationwide ground stop

By Kristine Daguno-Bersamina | 21 hours ago

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines is monitoring its flights to and from the United States after the US Federal Aviation Administration...

SMC mobilizes 4 firms for coal mine auction

SMC mobilizes 4 firms for coal mine auction

By Brix Lelis | 1 day ago

After signifying interest in taking over the country’s largest coal mine, tycoon Ramon Ang has fielded four companies...

PSEi slips anew as Q3 GDP, earnings disappoint

PSEi slips anew as Q3 GDP, earnings disappoint

By Richmond Mercurio | 1 day ago

The local stock market extended its decline to a third straight session, as the slew of third quarter corporate earnings results...

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Senate picking up pace to ratify 2027 budget bill

Senate picking up pace to ratify 2027 budget bill

The Senate will hold marathon plenary budget hearings starting next week to meet the target of passing its version of the 2027 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) by Dec. 17, according to Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian.

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Pinoys find VPâ��s business interests â��unacceptableâ��

Pinoys find VP’s business interests ‘unacceptable’

Half of adult Filipinos are against Vice President Sara Duterte owning businesses or holding business interests while in office, according to a survey conducted by research firm Momentum.

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SARA DUTERTE

Go shares passion for sports with champs

A basketball legend, Olympic champions, and the next generation of Filipino sporting talent came together at the Senate office of Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go for a gathering marked by friendly banter and a shared passion for sports.

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Philippines, Canada conclude free trade deal talks, eye 2027 signing

Philippines, Canada conclude free trade deal talks, eye 2027 signing

The Philippines and Canada have concluded negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), with both countries eyeing its signing in 2027, Malacañang said Saturday, November 14.

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Luistro: Defense testimony â��self-destructiveâ�� on VP investments

Luistro: Defense testimony ‘self-destructive’ on VP investments

House lead prosecutor Gerville Luistro described the defense’s testimony in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte as “self-destructive” after its witness acknowledged the official’s investment in a Jollibee branch and P2.14 million in payments she received from GenCorp Industries Inc.

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