Proponents of PlaySafe Alliance of the Philippines in a show of unityIn a landmark move for the country’s regulated online gambling sector, a majority group of licensed operators today announced the formation of PlaySafe Alliance of the Philippines, a unified industry association committed to responsible

Severe tropical storm Gorio maintained its strength, may intensify into typhoon - BusinessWorld Online                                    source: PAGASASevere tropical storm Gorio (international name: Podul), which recently entered the

A city that works and lives — Filinvest City blends thriving businesses with modern residences.Some property markets across Metro Manila are seeing slower activity due to a high condominium build-up, but the southern district is moving in the opposite direction.Data from Colliers, a globally recognized

A worker unpacks a sack of chili in Divisoria market, Manila, Aug. 9, 2025. — PHILIPPINE STAR/NOEL B. PABALATEBy Aubrey Rose A. Inosante, ReporterPHILIPPINE economic growth is unlikely to reach the upper end of the government’s 5.5-6.5% target this year amid higher US tariffs and

STOCK PHOTO | Image by Melanie Lim from UnsplashSINGAPORE-BASED DBS Bank slashed its inflation forecast for the Philippines for 2025, with expectations of further policy easing for the remainder of the year.“Moderation in food price has helped to soften inflation, with the contribution of services also

CATHY ROSE A. GARCIABy Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, Senior Reporter CENTRAL BANKS must remain a “stabilizing force” amid uncertainties in the global economy, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) said.“The most important task, particularly in these highly uncertain times, is for central banks to

By Revin Mikhael D. Ochave, ReporterTHE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it is reviewing the P1-trillion net income and valuation gains reported by listed property developer Villar Land Holdings Corp. for 2024, along with the company’s share price.“We’re examining it; we’re paying attention to

Shell LiveWire, Shell Pilipinas Corp.’s flagship enterprise development program that champions Filipino entrepreneurship, has named its top three tech startup finalists following the pitch event in June. These startups were selected for their forward-thinking solutions in agricultural, energy efficiency, and sustainability.Among these startups is Agridom,

Nuvali in Laguna is Ayala Land’s largest eco-city development in the country unlocking the potential for future eco-communities in Southern Luzon.AYALA LAND, INC. (ALI) plans to raise P50 billion in the second half of the year to support its growth plans, with part of the