The retail landscape in Asia is witnessing a transformative shift as brands increasingly adopt hybrid shopping models in response to changing consumer preferences. As physical and digital shopping environments converge, retailers are finding innovative ways…
In a bold move to capture a growing market, Korean discount department store chain E-Mart has announced its ambitious expansion into the Philippines. With a combined investment of approximately $150 million, E-Mart is set to open five new stores across the…
In a region where digital demand is skyrocketing, EdgePoint Philippines is stepping up its efforts to roll out next-generation infrastructure that promises to close connectivity gaps across the country. Leveraging shared infrastructure models alongside…
The Philippine thrift banking sector revealed strong performance indicators as it reported total assets reaching $19.5 billion (PHP1.1 trillion) by the end of 2024, marking a 6% increase from the previous year. The data, released by the Chamber of Thrift…
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape of Southeast Asia, EdgePoint Philippines is making significant strides to close the connectivity gap that has hindered many underserved communities. With the rise of digital demand, the company is ambitiously rolling…
Globe Business, the enterprise arm of Globe Telecom, gathered industry leaders and tech innovators at its G Summit 2025 with an uncompromising message: embrace disruption as an opportunity, not a threat. This year’s summit, themed ‘Disrupt,’ focused on the…
According to a recent report by Colliers, the Philippine hospitality sector is on the upswing, bolstered by significant infrastructure improvements and an influx of international visitors. In 2024, the country welcomed nearly 5.95 million tourists, a figure…
A new law aimed at transforming the telecommunications landscape in the Philippines has ignited widespread debate, bringing President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to the spotlight as he prepares to weigh its implications before signing. The Konektadong Pinoy Act,…
In a significant leap towards advancing the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape in the Philippines, Globe Telecom has joined forces with Thales, a global leader in eSIM technology, and the regional telecom consortium Bridge Alliance. This partnership is set to…
Maison Ladurée, the luxury patisserie based in France, is poised to launch its first flagship store in Southeast Asia, specifically in the Philippines. The move marks an important milestone for the brand as it expands its international presence. Flagship…
At the sidelines of the APEC Summit in Manila in November of 2015, Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario and Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Binh Minh signed the strategic partnership agreement on behalf of their…
AirAsia is set to commence operation of its direct service to Kaohsiung International Airport in Taiwan from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) in Cebu beginning Thursday, August 1, 2019. AirAsia will service the Cebu-Kaohsiung route thrice weekly every…
Nokia Philippines has launched a new concept store in Iloilo City. HMD Global, the home of the smartphone brand, says the move aims to further boost Filipinos’ awareness of Nokia’s return to the local market. At SM Iloilo’s Cyberzone area, the new outlet adds…
Philippine fashion brand Penshoppe has announced Zayn Malik as its newest endorser. The British R&B singer made his debut with the Spring Summer 2018 Collection. The brand has released photos show the singer wearing bold, bright prints and comfy-looking…
DHL Supply Chain, the global market leader for contract logistics solutions, has named Jerome Gillet as CEO of the new Singapore cluster which includes Singapore, Malaysia , and the Philippines . In this role, Jerome will continue to report to Terry Ryan,…
The Philippines’ Globe Telecom has launched the latest round of its accelerator program for startups working to tackle some of the market’s most challenging social problems. The Globe Future Makers 2019 program will be open to all Philippine-based…