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Screwworm border closure fuels Mexico beef boom, Texas gloom
Lubbock Feeders has been fattening cattle in West Texas since Dwight Eisenhower was US president. Now, row upon row of pens sit empty.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
WB could fund $3B in projects for PHL in year to June 2028
THE World Bank (WB) is considering more than $3 billion worth of new projects for the Philippines in its next fiscal year, with planned investments focused on social protection, skills development, government modernization and support for measures to be taken in response to the Middle East crisis.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
‘Green-lane’ investments hit P6.32 trillion by end of May
THE BOARD of Investments (BoI) has endorsed P6.32 trillion worth of projects to the “green lane” system of expedited permits as of the end of May, with investments mainly in renewable energy (RE) and food security.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Oil prices fall on mounting hopes for de-escalation in US-Iran War
Crude oil prices fell on Friday as traders gained confidence that renewed conflict between the US and Iran was growing less likely.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Eton completes full RE switch across Metro Manila
ETON PROPERTIES Philippines, Inc. has completed a portfolio-wide shift to 100% renewable energy (RE) across 14 developments following a partnership with First Gen Corp., moving away from fossil-fuel-based power supply.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Disruptor mode
The all-electric BYD Sealion 7 banners high performance and tech
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June 08, 2026
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Most promising moment for the right to know
The Right to Information (RTI) Bill has reached a point that advocates have long hoped for.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Filipina CEO Circle calls for integrity, accountability, nation-first leadership
THE FILIPINA CEO Circle calls on the Senate of the Philippines to exercise their duties with integrity, independence, and an unwavering commitment to the Constitution and the Filipino people.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Senate chaos stalls priority bills
SEVERAL of the 52 priority measures identified by the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) have stalled in the Senate, after three weeks of turmoil in the chamber disrupted the government's legislative agenda.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Playing the numbers game
Perhaps the devil saw an opportunity to play more tricks on the confused Legislature, as the House of Representatives and the Philippine Senate grappled with their duty and responsibility to process and decide the historic second impeachment trial of Vice-President Sara Duterte.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Pope urges leaders to stop dividing as he meets migrants, youth in Spain
Pope Leo on Saturday urged global leaders to stop dividing their electorates with “sterile simplifications,” calling on them to listen to the world’s cries for peace as he met migrants and some 600,000 young people at the start of a week-long tour of Spain.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
DICT expecting three or four data-center entrants this year
THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said about three to four data center operators are expected to set up operations within this year.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Philippines ranks 68th in new risk and readiness atlas
The Philippines ranked 68th out of 85 countries according to the 2026 edition of Global Atlas of Risk and Readiness (GARR) by Global Citizen Solutions.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Inflation pressures bolster case for wage hikes
PERSISTENT high inflation that can still worsen in the months ahead strengthens the case for wage adjustments in the Philippines, an analyst said, as workers continue to face stagnant pay and rising living costs despite a modest easing in May.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Fuel price adjustment process set for revamp to cut risk of oil-company losses
THE Department of Energy (DoE) said it is considering stepping back from closely regulating pump-price adjustments during the emergency to reduce the risk of oil companies incurring losses.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
CPBRD flags legal issues in UPLIFT Framework, urges legislative remedy
THE GOVERNMENT'S whole-of-government response to the war-driven oil crisis raises legal and constitutional questions, a congressional think tank said, noting these concerns may be addressed through legislation.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Stocks may stay under pressure amid ME conflict
PHILIPPINE STOCKS may continue move sideways this week as persisting uncertainty over the war in the Middle East (ME) may temper recent gains from bargain hunting and slower domestic inflation last month.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
With China’s Xi in North Korea, Kim to project confidence, defiance
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping to Pyongyang on Monday, feeling in a position of strength with a firm ally in Russia, a nuclear arsenal and little apparent appetite to engage with Washington.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Property sector seen slowing in 2nd half amid oil, price pressures
THE PHILIPPINE property sector is expected to slow in the second half as the Iran war, elevated oil prices and persistent inflation raise costs and weaken demand, prompting developers to delay projects and adopt a more cautious approach.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Airline chiefs grapple with fuel shock, fare test at Rio summit
Global airline chiefs open their annual summit in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday facing a sharper test of the industry’s post-pandemic recovery, as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and disrupts airspace while carriers try to cushion the blow with higher fares and tighter capacity.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
ATRAM launches Philippine Alpha Opportunity Fund
ATRAM has launched the ATRAM Philippine Alpha Opportunity Fund, a peso-denominated equity unit investment trust fund (UITF) designed to give investors access to a broader and more differentiated part of the Philippine equity market.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Wall Street ends sharply lower as chips slide, jobs data fuel rate hike fears
Wall Street’s nine-week winning streak ended with a thud on Friday, as red-hot technology stocks suffered their largest daily decline since April 2025 after a hot May jobs report fueled fears of a hawkish policy pivot from the US Federal Reserve.
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June 08, 2026
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Globe boosts Visayas fiber network rollout
GLOBE Telecom, Inc. is expanding community-based broadband centers in the Visayas as part of efforts to widen fiber internet access and improve customer support services in underserved areas.
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June 08, 2026
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Japan signals readiness to review trade pact
THE PHILIPPINES and Japan are set to review the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA) this year, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said.
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June 08, 2026
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Filinvest Land, Filinvest REIT included in SDG fund portfolio
FILINVEST LAND, Inc. (FLI) and Filinvest REIT Corp. (FILRT) have been recognized as part of the investment portfolio of the ATRAM Trust Corp. Philippine Sustainable Development and Growth Fund (ATRAM SDG Fund), the first Philippine equity fund anchored on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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June 08, 2026
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Powering energy stability and sustainability
IN RECENT years, economies around the world have faced energy supply disruptions, price volatility, geopolitical conflicts, climate-related challenges, and growing demand for electricity.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
NEXTASIA secures P300-M corporate note to fund growth, expansion plans
NEXTASIA Land, Inc. has secured a P300-million Unsecured Corporate Note Facility from qualified investors.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Arabica coffee hits 1-1/2-year low; cocoa also down
Arabica coffee futures on ICE slid to a 1-1/2-year low on Friday with supplies set to be boosted by a likely record crop in Brazil this year while cocoa and sugar prices were also lower.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Street closures and Secret Service-level security expected as Trump set to attend NBA Finals
Road closures, bag bans and a gauntlet of security measures will greet fans at Madison Square Garden on Monday, as US President Donald J. Trump descends on the heart of Manhattan to watch the New York Knicks play the San Antonio Spurs at home in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
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June 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Wilcon unveils Do It Wilcon branch in Binangonan, Rizal
HOME IMPROVEMENT and construction supplies retailer Wilcon Depot Inc. officially opened its newest branch, Do It Wilcon Binangonan, on May 29.
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