SP New Energy Corp. (SPNEC) of tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan has sealed a P150-billion syndicated loan – the largest in the Philippines – to bankroll the construction of MTerra Solar in Central Luzon.
Philippines eases restrictions on official travel to the island of Taiwan; experts warn move amounts to dangerous maneuvering on Taiwan question
The Philippines issued a memorandum circular on Monday, easing long standing restrictions on official travel to the island of Taiwan. Experts warned that the move, though framed as economically …
Fintech Unicorn GCash May Delay Philippines’ Biggest IPO If US-China Trade War Escalates
Mynt’s IPO, which some analysts expect to raise as much as $1.5 billion later this year, will be the biggest maiden share sale in the Philippines since the 2021 listing of Monde Nissin, which raised …
Philippines Posts $2 Billion BOP Deficit in March Amid Economic Headwinds
The Philippines recorded a $2 billion balance of payments (BOP) deficit in March 2025, reversing a $3.1 billion surplus in February, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This shift …
Philippines Posts $2 Billion BOP Deficit in March Amid Economic Headwinds
The Philippines recorded a $2 billion balance of payments (BOP) deficit in March 2025, reversing a $3.1 billion surplus in February, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This shift …
Ken Chan spotted partying in Thailand amid Estafa case
Kapuso actor Ken Chan was spotted partying in Thailand amid his pending case of Syndicated Estafa in the Philippines.
Top 10 Youngest Billionaires in the Philippines in 2025
In the Philippines, it’s not just older tycoons who hold massive wealth. A new generation of young billionaires is rising — and many of them are already managing properties, trust funds, and …
Philippines posts $2 billion balance of payment deficit in March
The Philippines’ overall balance of payments position hit a deficit of $2 billion in March from a surplus of $3.1 billion in February, the central bank said on Monday.
China opens door for more Philippine exports
China is ready to buy more products from the Philippines, presenting opportunities for Filipino exporters, amid the tariffs imposed by the United States on its trading partners.
US, Philippines open ‘Super Bowl’ of military drills amid China tensions
The drills show the Trump administration is keeping Washington’s military support for its ally. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.