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LRTA sees 2026 rider volume at 60 million, collections at P1.1 billion
THE Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), the operator of Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) is projecting fare collections of P1.1 billion in 2026 on ridership of 60.62 million.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Live music for the next 5 months
The concerts of 2026, so far
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Global trade tensions pose risks to Philippine manufacturing sector
THE Philippine manufacturing sector may face headwinds from increasing global trade tensions that could weaken overseas demand this year, S&P Global said.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Top 1,000 companies in the Philippines post P19.51-trillion gross revenues in 2024
THE TOP 1,000 corporations in the Philippines weathered economic shocks in 2024 as their balance sheets remained stable despite geopolitical tensions and subdued global demand.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
VAT rate cut possible if exemptions curbed — DoF
FINANCE Secretary Frederick D. Go said his department is seeking to avoid revenue-eroding measures, but added that the proposed cut in the value-added tax (VAT) rate is possible if accompanied by the removal of VAT exemptions.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
PHL trims 2026, 2027 growth goals
THE PHILIPPINE government lowered its economic growth targets for this year and 2027, with the impact of the corruption scandal still expected to be felt in the first half, according to Economy Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Oil prices slip as global supplies counter upheaval in Venezuela
Oil prices drifted lower on Monday, as adequate global supplies offset concerns about supply disruptions after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in an audacious raid over the weekend.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
P92.5 billion in unprogrammed funds vetoed
PHILIPPINE President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Monday signed this year’s P6.793-trillion national budget but vetoed around P92 billion worth of unprogrammed appropriations amid heightened scrutiny over public spending as authorities probe a graft scandal.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Djokovic exits PTPA over transparency concerns
NOVAK DJOKOVIC said on Sunday he would step away completely from the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), the advocacy group he co-founded, citing concerns over transparency and governance within the organization.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Business chamber calls for reforms beyond corruption prosecutions
THE Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) said procedural and policy reforms need to accompany prosecutors’ action to address systemic corruption in government.
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January 06, 2026
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Key tax reforms that shaped 2025
As Heraclitus, the Greek philosopher, aptly observed, “There is nothing permanent except change.”
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Stocks climb on expectations of slower inflation
PHILIPPINE SHARES extended their climb on Monday on expectations of slower headline inflation in December and as bargain hunting continued.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Chinese cyberattacks on Taiwan infrastructure averaged 2.6M a day in 2025, report says
Chinese cyberattacks on ‘Taiwan's key infrastructure from hospitals to banks rose 6% in 2025 from the previous year to an average of 2.63 million attacks a day, the island’s National Security Bureau said, adding some were synchronized with military drills in “hybrid threats” to paralyze the island.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Long-term deals could cushion power firms amid weak spot prices
ENERGY COMPANIES are likely to pursue capacity expansion and secure long-term supply agreements to cushion the impact of an extended period of weak spot power prices, analysts said.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Manila Water unit expands sewer coverage in Boracay
BORACAY ISLAND Water Co., Inc. (Boracay Water), a noneast zone unit of Manila Water Co., Inc., has expanded its sewer network on Boracay Island, raising wastewater treatment capacity in the country’s top beach destination.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Acquisition of Cabral files raises questions over data protection
A DIGITAL rights advocate on Monday called on the government to urgently authenticate the acquisition of the so-called Cabral files, citing concerns over the protection of government data and the integrity of official records.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
The end of the Marcos political dynasty is near
A month before Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr. was to be inaugurated as the 17th president of the Philippines, his sister, Senator Imee Marcos, expressed the hope that the family would finally be given the platform to “clarify” the legacy of their father.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Broncos beat resting Chargers to earn 14th win, AFC’s top seed
JA’QUAN MCMILLIAN returned an interception 45 yards for the only touchdown of the day, Wil Lutz kicked four field goals and the host Denver Broncos secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC with a grinding 19-3 win over the Los ‘Angeles Chargers on Sunday.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Digitalization, engagement seen helping rebuild trust in Customs
THE Bureau of Customs (BoC) said digitalization and consistent engagement will be key to regaining the trust of businesses, which had been damaged by the alleged misuse of the tax audit process.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Samsung to double mobile devices powered by Google's Gemini
Samsung Electronics plans to double this year the number of its mobile devices with artificial intelligence (AI) features powered by Google's Gemini, its co-chief executive officer (CEO) said, which would give the US firm an edge over rivals as the global race in AI hots up.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Gov’t hikes Treasury bill award as demand soars
THE GOVERNMENT upsized the award of the Treasury bills (T-bills) it offered on Monday as it saw strong market demand, with rates also lower than those quoted at the secondary market.
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January 06, 2026
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Domestic tourism picking up slack from faltering international visitor numbers
DOMESTIC TOURISM has been bridging the gap opened up by the dearth of international arrivals, which are likely to decline this year, analysts said.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Orsted challenges US halt of its $5-billion offshore wind project
Denmark's Orsted said on Friday it was challenging the US government's suspension of the lease for its Revolution Wind joint venture and would seek a court injunction against the decision to halt its $5-billion offshore wind project.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Patriots throttle Dolphins, capture 2nd seed in AFC
RHAMONDRE STEVENSON rushed for 131 yards and had three total touchdowns to lead the New England Patriots to a 38-10 rout of the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at Foxborough, Massachusetts.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Chicago wheat edges up on Black Sea tensions
Chicago wheat futures ticked higher on Monday on uncertainty over Black Sea export flows and dry weather in the US Plains, while ample global supplies capped gains.
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January 06, 2026
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US bets on intimidation to force Venezuelan leaders into line
After removing President Nicolas Maduro from power, the Trump administration is gambling that it can intimidate the Venezuelan leader's inner circle into toeing the US line with threats of further military action that could put them at risk of a similar fate, according to sources familiar with the matter.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Avatar: Fire and Ash reaches $1 billion in global ticket sales
JAMES CAMERON'S science-fiction fantasy Avatar: Fire and Ash has surpassed $1 billion in global box office proceeds, the director’s fourth film to cross that threshold.
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January 06, 2026
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House bill seeks to allow scrutiny of foreign currency deposit accounts
A BILL seeking to allow authorities to look into foreign currency deposits suspected to be involved in illegal activities was filed in the House of Representatives last month.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
BPI looks to raise at least P5 billion via social bonds
BANK of the Philippine Islands (BPI) wants to raise at least P5 billion via the sale of social bonds.
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January 06, 2026
Business World Philippines
Passing the torch: Leading for the next generation and the Age of AI
Three decades — that’s how long it has taken me to build the AHEAD Education Group into the most awarded supplementary education organization in the Philippines.
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