MICHELLE ANNE P. SOLIMANBy Michelle Anne P. SolimanConcert ReviewAurora: What Happenedto the Earth? Part 4Jan. 31, 2025New Frontier Theater, Araneta City, Cubao, Quezon CityIT TOOK half an hour after the performance-fantasy-storytelling project by Yaelokre and Filipino-Japanese singer Ena Mori before Norwegian singer Aurora (real name:

PHILIPPINE STAR/KRIZ JOHN ROSALESUNION BANK of the Philippines, Inc. (UnionBank) saw its net income rise by 30.69% year on year in 2024 on the back of the strength of its consumer business, improved margins, and higher revenues.The Aboitiz-led bank’s net income stood at P12.03 billion

PETROENERGY.COM.PHSTATE-RUN Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) has completed the sale of three lots of its Maibarara property in Batangas and Laguna to Maibarara Geothermal, Inc. (MGI) for P473.17 million.In a statement over the weekend, PSALM said that MGI was the sole bidder

(This was lifted from the speech of the author as the Guest Speaker at the MAP Inaugural Meeting 2025.)At my age, I’ve probably seen more of modern history than many of you. If you’re wondering where my confidence to speak on this matter comes from,

BENEDICTO C. SISONBy Aubrey Rose A. Inosante, ReporterINSURANCE PENETRATION in the Philippines will continue to increase amid strong economic prospects and a growing middle class, said Benedicto C. Sison, chief executive officer and country head of Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. (Sun Life Philippines).“We

BYD CARS Philippines sold 4,780 BYD passenger vehicles in 2024, representing an 8,900% growth from 2023 and an 82% market share in the new energy vehicle (NEV) market, according to Ayala-led ACMobility.“The remarkable sales performance of its electric vehicle offerings propelled BYD’s overall growth by

AYAHILLSBATANGAS.COMREAL ESTATE developer Havitas Properties, Inc. said it is looking to expand into leisure and wellness projects outside Metro Manila as demand for countryside horizontal developments increases. “While there has been buzz about the potential oversupply in certain segments, this reflects the maturing of the

HOME CREDIT Philippines’ (HCPH) total sales increased by 19% to a record high of P61 billion last year as it helped fund customer purchases of nearly three million products.“Our strong collaboration with brands and retailers has been instrumental in delivering accessible financing solutions that empower

BW FILE PHOTOALSONS Consolidated Resources, Inc. (ACR) has secured approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to issue P3 billion worth of commercial papers.The commission has issued a certificate of permit to offer securities for sale, consisting of a base offer of P1.2 billion

FACEBOOK.COM/FISHERMALLFISHER MALL is set to renovate its cinema and play area to create a more kid-friendly environment, aiming to strengthen its appeal as a family-oriented destination, according to its president.“With the introduction of our Lounge, the upcoming renovation of Cinema 1, and the refurbishment of

Last Thursday the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) released the country’s fourth quarter (Q4) GDP performance. It was 5.2%. This means that the full year (Q1-Q4) 2024 growth was 5.6%. Here I will compare this with other major countries, specifically the 60 largest economies in the

PPA POOL/MARIANNE BERMUDEZTHE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) is granting regulatory relief to banks in areas hit by recent typhoons.The Monetary Board, in a resolution dated Jan. 9, approved the grant of additional regulatory relief measures for banks with head offices, branches, branch-lite units, or