Sarah ChenFood
Makro Returns to Philippines with Four Greater Manila Outlets
CP Axtra and Ayala Corporation will roll out the wholesale chain across four major estate developments between late 2026 and early 2027.
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Sarah ChenReal Estate
Robinsons Malls Adds Accessibility Upgrades Across Philippine Network
Robinsons Land Corp. Is retrofitting physical mall assets and daily operations after its Las Pinas site secured disability-friendly honours.
Maria SantosGeneral
SM Retail Revenue Hits 223.6 Billion Pesos as Network Expands Beyond Manila
Parent company SM Prime generated 71.7 billion pesos in first-half revenue across its network of 90 Philippine shopping malls.
Wei ZhangReal Estate
Ayala Land Signs Makro Wholesale for Four Mixed-Use Luzon Estates
Thailand’s CP Axtra and Ayala Corp. Will roll out four large-format wholesale stores across Metro Manila, Laguna, and Cavite.
Wei ZhangLogistics
Doris Magsaysay Ho Becomes First Woman to Win RVR Nation Building Award
The head of Philippine shipping and logistics firm Magsaysay Group received the honour following workplace equity gains across its maritime operations.
Maria SantosGeneral
Pagcor Fines Gambling Firm P1 Million over Ivana Alawi iPhone Promotion
The Philippine gaming regulator warned operators of license cancellations after an unapproved 100-handset giveaway breached marketing rules.
Aiko TanakaLiving
Philippine Fuel Retailers Raise Diesel by P2.31 per Liter
The second consecutive weekly increase lifts domestic diesel and petrol prices as shipping friction in the Strait of Hormuz tightens regional product benchmarks.
Wei ZhangGeneral
SM Retail’s First-Half Profit Rises Amid Strong Consumer Demand and Store Expansion
SM Retail, the Philippine conglomerate, reported a 5% increase in net income to US$143.8 million for the first half of 2026. This growth was driven by robust consumer spending on essential goods and a strategic expansion of its store network.
Wei ZhangFinance
Digital Payments Now Comprise over 64% of Philippines Retail Transactions
Digital payment methods now account for 64.7 percent of all retail transactions by volume in the Philippines, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. This marks a substantial increase from previous years and exceeds central bank targets.
Minjun ParkLiving
Philippines Under Pressure to Close Vape Tax Loophole Hurting Retailers, Boosting Illicit Trade
Consumer advocacy groups in the Philippines are urging Congress to simplify the country’s vape excise tax system, arguing that the current two-tiered structure creates a loophole exploited by illicit traders, leading to tax evasion and revenue loss.
Sarah ChenResearch
Filipinos Tighten Belts as Financial Pressures Mount, Study Finds
A recent study reveals that households in the Philippines are becoming more cautious with their spending, driven by global and political uncertainties that are impacting family budgets. This shift prompts consumers to seek more affordable options.
Maria SantosGeneral
Prolonged Rains Slow Philippine Retail, Construction, and Logistics Sector
Extended monsoon rains are expected to dampen the third-quarter performance of consumer-facing businesses, construction firms, and logistics operations across the Philippines. Analysts point to reduced foot traffic, project delays, and increased operating…
Aiko TanakaFinance
Chip Boom Pushes Vietnam, Philippines Towards High-Income Status
The burgeoning semiconductor industry is propelling Vietnam and the Philippines closer to ‘high-income’ status, a significant economic shift for Southeast Asia that could reshape consumer markets and investment prospects in the region.
Maria SantosFinance
Court Overturns Permit Revocation for Villar’s SIPCOR Power Firm
The Court of Appeals has overturned the Energy Regulatory Commission’s decision to revoke the operating permits of S.I. Power Corporation (SIPCOR), a company linked to the Villar family. The ruling cites a lack of procedural due process by the ERC.
Wei ZhangFood
El Niño Threat Looms: Philippines Continues Rice Imports to Mitigate Shortage Fears
In preparation for a potential reduction in domestic supply due to the expected El Niño weather event, the Philippines will not enforce a prohibition on rice imports this year. The possible upcoming strong El Niño, according to the nation’s Department of…
Wei ZhangTelecom
Globe Joins Forces with e& to Boost International Voice Services, Ensuring Secure, High-Quality Traffic
Globe, a prominent name in the telecommunication industry, recently revealed a strategic collaboration with e& Carrier & Wholesale Services (C&WS), internationally recognized as the global technology group e&’s wholesale division. The primary objective of…
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