BSP: June inflation could range 1.1%-1.9%

HEADLINE INFLATION likely settled below the 2-4% target band in June, as rising prices of fuel and some food items may have been tempered by lower cost of rice and electricity, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said on Monday.

Central bank revises BoP forecasts for 2025, 2026

THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) revised its balance of payments (BoP) forecasts for this year and 2026 amid heightened global uncertainty. In a statement,...

CREC eyes P9.6-B investment in Pangasinan wind project

CITICORE Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) said its unit plans to invest P9.6 billion in a wind power project in Pangasinan, which is expected to...

Pop culture hub lands in the Philippines

THE VIBRANT passion of Filipino fandom and pop culture geekdom has led to Funko opening its first Southeast Asia store in the Philippines — at SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City. The company behind collectibles for Disney, Marvel, DC, anime, and almost a thousand other licensed brands aims to take advantage of the passionate Philippine market through the brand-new store.

Prime Infra consolidates Wawa water project under Manila Water

MANILA WATER Co., Inc. has acquired full ownership of WawaJVCo, Inc., consolidating the Wawa Bulk Water Supply Project under its operations in a P37.8-billion...

Jaws and the two musical notes that changed Hollywood forever

By Jared Bahir Browsh
“DA, DUH.” Two simple notes — E and F — have become synonymous with tension, fear and, sharks, representing the primal dread of being stalked...

Entertainment News (07/01/25)

TICKETS are now available for the new Superman movie, which opens July 9 only in cinemas and IMAX nationwide.

Ayala Land acquires New World Makati Hotel

AYALA LAND, Inc. has acquired New World Makati Hotel, expanding the portfolio of its hotel and resort development arm. The acquisition is part of Ayala...

BTr partially awards T-bill offer

THE GOVERNMENT made a partial award of the Treasury bills (T-bills) it offered on Monday as yields were mixed amid expectations that headline inflation...

Understanding the evolving trade dynamics and financial implications

By Federico M. Macaranas
The global trade landscape in 2025 is poised for significant shifts, particularly as protectionist measures, national interests, and multi-lateral alliances converge. Tools, like game...

Investment, Innovation, and Courage: Driving business action for the SDGs in Asia and the...

WITH just five years left to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the urgency for bold and tangible solutions is undeniable. The $1.5 trillion annual investment gap required to achieve the SDGs isn’t just a number, it’s a call to action. Traditional “business-as-usual” approaches are no longer sufficient. What we need is a paradigm shift driven by collaboration, decisive action, and collective leadership from the private sector.

Why Metro Clark is poised to become C. Luzon’s modern industrial powerhouse

By Jet Yu
Metro Clark, encompassing strategic parts of Pampanga and Tarlac, has swiftly transformed from a former US air base into one of the Philippines’ most...