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Business World Philippines
Fundamentals, dividend, and growth plans drive Maynilad post-IPO outlook
A DEFENSIVE business model, undemanding valuations, planned expansions, and an upcoming dividend are expected to shape investor interest in Maynilad Water Services, Inc., analysts said, even as the stock closed slightly below its initial public offering (IPO) price on debut.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Government cooperation sought over alleged ICC warrant vs Senator Dela Rosa
HUMAN RIGHTS advocates and families of drug war victims urged the Marcos administration to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) and surrender Senator Ronald “Bato” M. dela Rosa following reports that the international tribunal had issued a warrant against him over the weekend.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Taiwan is not alone, vice-president says after breakthrough Europe trip
Taiwan is not alone and has more and more friends around the world and will continue to show the world its resolve, Vice-President Hsiao Bi-khim said on Sunday after returning from a landmark diplomatic-breakthrough trip to Europe.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Crooks incorporated: Safeguards in the budget process
At the Budget Execution phase when funds, programs, projects, and activities move, several builtin safeguards are designed to ensure that spending strictly follows the law, remains within approved limits, and delivers on intended outcomes.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Senator urges DPWH corruption investigators to probe more agencies
THE investigation into corruption in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) needs to be expanded to make all agencies accountable, Senator Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV said.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Meralco readying bid for nuclear power license
MANILA ELECTRIC CO. (Meralco) said it is preparing to apply for a license to operate nuclear power facilities in time for the opening up of the application process next year.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Where the future is born
Every famous Italian has this bed
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Converge advocates for digital sovereignty during 51st PBC&E
CONVERGE ICT SOLUTIONS Inc. CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy joined industry leaders in a plenary session on digital sovereignty at the 51st Philippine Business Conference and Expo (PBC&E) to explore policy measures and frameworks that can be applied in the Philippines.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
T-bills could fetch mixed rates
RATES of Treasury bills (T-bills) on offer this week could move sideways as investors amid bets on further monetary easing by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) due to slower economic growth in the third quarter.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Local producers showcase products at organic agri expo
NEW AND GROWING organic enterprises showcased their products and tapped market opportunities during a three-day expo as part of the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) 11\" Organic Agriculture Month celebration.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
NU pounds out five-set win vs UST
Games on Saturday (Rizal Memorial Coliseum) 1 p.m. - FEU vs Adamson 3:30 p.m. - UST vs NU
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Mitchell’s big second half propels Cavaliers past Bulls
DONOVAN MITCHELL scored 26 of his game-high 29 points after halftime and De’Andre Hunter added 29 points to lift the host Cleveland Cavaliers to a 128-122 win against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Ready support for budding entrepreneurs
THERE HAS NEVER been a more promising time to start a business in the Philippines.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Nvidia CEO Huang sees strong demand for Blackwell chips
HSINCHU, Taiwan — Nvidia Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang on Saturday said the semiconductor giant is experiencing “very strong demand” for its state-of-the-art Blackwell chips, as its appetite for wafers from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) grows.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Indonesia discussing plan for merger of Grab and GoTo, official says
Indonesia is discussing a possible merger or acquisition between ride-hailing and food delivery firm Grab and its rival GoTo, the presidential spokesperson said on Friday.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
PHL evacuates over 1M, suspends class and gov’t work as Uwan threatens Bicol
THE PHILIPPINE government preemptively evacuated about 1.18 million individuals as Super Typhoon Fung-Wong, locally called Uwan, intensified on Sunday, placing Catanduanes and nearby areas under Signal No. 5.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Support for Marcos admin falls to 18% in Q3 amid flood control scandal, survey says
SUPPORT for the government of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. fell to 18% in the third quarter, a pollster said on Sunday, as a widening flood control scandal continues to erode public confidence amid corruption allegations, governance lapses and political infighting.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Noche Buena 2025 price guide shows price hikes for 95 items
THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) released its price guide for items typically consumed during the traditional Christmas feast, which reflected increases for 95 food items.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Crude prices recover on hopes Hungary can use Russian oil
Crude prices recovered from a midday dip on Friday on hopes Hungary can use Russian crude oil as US President Donald J. Trump met Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at the White House.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Hearn & Hearn Consulting recognized at RICS Southeast Asia Awards 2025
A FIRST for the Philippine-based firm, Hearn & Hearn Consulting's leaders were nominated and won at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Southeast Asia Awards 2025 in Singapore.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Meralco tops Taiwan champ to revive EASL campaign
MERALCO, sparked by new addition Sina Vahedi, recharged its bid in the East Asia Super League (EASL) with an 85-76 payback win over Taiwan champ Taoyuan Pauian Pilots on Saturday night in Ilagan City.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Gen Z shoppers can't get enough of perfumes. Coty, Estée are benefiting
FRAGRANCES have become a staple for Gen Z shoppers, the fastest-growing buyer category globally, and beauty heavyweights are here for the trend.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Air traffic staffing shortages snarl thousands of US flights
Major air traffic control staffing shortages snarled thousands of flights on Saturday as the government shutdown caused mounting travel woes and raised alarm among airline officials.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Fostering supportive workplaces for people living with diabetes
Every day, millions of Filipinos living with diabetes navigate not only the physical demands of their condition but also the social and emotional challenges that accompany it.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Indonesia plans to invest $22 billion in agricultural processing, minister says
Indonesia plans to invest 371 trillion rupiah ($22 billion) in agricultural processing for several commodities in a bid to create eight million jobs, Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman said on Friday.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
Globe's Q4 seen to improve on traffic, enterprise demand
GLOBE TELECOM, INC. may post a stronger fourth-quarter (Q4) performance, buoyed by seasonal increases in mobile data traffic and continued momentum in its enterprise solutions segment.
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November 10, 2025
Business World Philippines
September jobless rate inches up amid natural disasters
THE PHILIPPINES’ unemployment rate rose to 3.8% in September from a year earlier, signaling a fragile labor recovery as natural disasters disrupted hiring ahead of the holiday season, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed on Thursday.
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November 07, 2025
Business World Philippines
PHL conglomerates’ P1.65-T renewable push to test capital discipline — S&P
PHILIPPINE CONGLOMERATES are expected to invest about $28 billion (P1.65 trillion) in renewable energy projects over the next decade as part of a broader $185-billion (P10.9-trillion) investment wave by leading business groups in the Philippines and Vietnam, according to S&P Global Ratings.
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November 07, 2025
Business World Philippines
PHL farm output jumps 2.8% in Q3
THE PHILIPPINES’ agricultural production grew by 2.8% in the third quarter, as strong crops and poultry output offset the decline in livestock and fisheries, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said.
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November 07, 2025
Business World Philippines
DBM says P1.3-trillion spending to lift economy
THE GOVERNMENT is betting that its P1.31-trillion programmed spending for the fourth quarter will lift full-year economic growth this year, Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said on Thursday.
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