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November 10, 2025

Meralco expects higher power rates in Nov.

POWER DISTRIBUTOR Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is expecting an increase in electricity rates this month due to higher costs that are passed directly to its customers.

1 mins

PHL seen to miss '25 growth goal

THE PHILIPPINE ECONOMY is unlikely to get the boost it needs in the fourth quarter to reach the low end of its full-year growth target, as public spending and investments are expected to remain subdued amid a widening corruption scandal, analysts said.

2 mins

Banks' NPL ratio eases to six-month low in September

THE PHILIPPINE BANKING sector's gross nonperforming loan (NPL) ratio eased to a six-month low in September, preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed.

2 mins

Semirara shares fall as profit declines

SEMIRARA MINING and Power Corp. (SMPC) shares declined last week following the company’s reported drop in nine-month net income, analysts said.

2 mins

Agility, resilience essential for next-gen business leaders, experts say

NEXT-GENERATION business leaders in the Philippines must be able to navigate uncertainty and lead with agility to drive organizational and national progress, according to experts.

2 mins

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.

2 mins

Festival-Goers dared to switch as LIFT powers up its first MassKara experience

COCA-COLA PHILIPPINES’ newest drink, LIFT, brought an electrifying boost to the streets of Bacolod with its first MassKara Festival appearance.

1 mins

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.

2 mins

Collateral damage: How climate impacts financing

SUITS THE C-SUITE BONAR LAURETO and MELISA TURINGAN It is therefore critical that banks adopt a more systematic approach, recognizing these climate-related physical risks not as isolated operational events, but as fundamental credit-risk drivers that materially affect ECL assumptions under IFRS 9.

6 mins

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.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

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.

3 mins

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.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

Farmers prefer 35% rice tariff to flexible rate

FARMER GROUPS said the government’s plan to implement a flexible rice tariff next year is no substitute for restoring the tariff to its original 35%.

2 mins

Gates Foundation pledges $1.4 billion to help farmers adapt to extreme weather

Billionaire Bill Gates' foundation will spend at least $1.4 billion over the next four years to help farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia access technologies for adapting to extreme weather, the organization's chief executive officer (CEO) told Reuters.

1 mins

Korea-funded seed facilities to boost Philippine rice sector

THE PHILIPPINES and South Korea have inaugurated new rice seed processing and cold storage facilities at the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) in the Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija, a project aimed at strengthening the rice seed supply chain and improving food security.

1 mins

Nasdaq has worst week since April amid Al jitters

The Nasdaq ended slightly lower on Friday but registered its biggest weekly percentage drop since early April as investors worried about the sustainability of a rally in artificial intelligence (AI) shares, while US Treasury yields inched lower.

1 mins

Gold gains as US dollar softens

GOLD PRICES rose on Friday as the dollar softened and uncertainty around the US government shutdown added to safe-haven demand, while Wall Street indexes were set for sharp weekly declines.

1 mins

From Friction to Fluency: Leading with empathy across generations

A brand assistant arrived in the office at 8:30 a.m. Her brand manager calls her and starts discussing a project. She said, “It’s not yet 9 a.m. Can we talk then? It’s not yet work hours.”

3 mins

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.

1 mins

Wanted: an honest and transparent national budget

“The past decade (2016-2025) stands as one of the most corruption-ridden periods in Philippine history, with an estimated P8.8 trillion lost to graft, ghost projects, and elite capture — an amount that eclipses the entire 2026 national budget,” said University of the Philippines professor and scientist Dr, Teodoro C. Bautista.

3 mins

CHED: A policy of benign neglect

INTROSPECTIVE VICTOR S. LIMLINGAN

5 mins

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.

6 mins

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.

3 mins

Rebuilding the Warriors

There was a time when the Warriors made basketball look inevitable. They were poetry in motion framed with threes raining without conscience. Today, they are an echo of their storied past, still competent but unconvincing in their attempts to lean on muscle memory. Even as Stephen Curry continues to defy age, the changes in and around him have made his contributions seem less significant. And the result, needless to say, leaves much to be desired: a 5-5 slate reflective of their mediocrity.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

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

2 mins

Canino, Bacojo clinch IM rankings in Ozamiz tourney

THE PHILIPPINES' Ruelle Canino and Mark Jay Bacojo came through with podium finishes and earned International Master (IM) titles in the 6th ASEAN Individual Chess Championships-Gov. Henry Oaminal Cup at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Resort and Aquamarine Park in Ozamiz over the weekend.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

China’s factory-gate deflation eases in Oct. as consumer prices rise

China’s producer price deflation eased in October and consumer prices returned to positive territory, data showed on Sunday, as the government steps up efforts to curb overcapacity and cutthroat competition among firms.

1 mins

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.

2 mins

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.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

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.

2 mins

Peso to remain under pressure as growth slows

THE PESO could stay under pressure against the dollar this week as the market continues to react to data showing a sharp slowdown in Philippine economic growth last quarter.

2 mins

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.

2 mins

Debt yields fall on BSP bets after GDP, inflation

YIELDS on government securities (GS) traded in the secondary market fell last week on expectations of more rate cuts by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) following data showing weaker economic growth and below-target inflation.

2 mins

Stocks to move sideways amid weak GDP, FDI watch

PHILIPPINE shares are expected to move sideways this week as investors digest the slower-than-expected third-quarter economic growth and await the release of foreign direct investment (FDI) data.

2 mins

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.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

McDonald's, Chili's win on value as fast-casual chains lose younger diners

AS US CONSUMERS tighten their wallets, budget-friendly restaurant chains such as McDonald’s, Chili’s and Domino’s are emerging as winners, drawing more diners who are trading down to cheaper meals.

1 mins

Playful shiny holidays

SCULPTED pieces in gold paired with diamonds, pearls, and rainbows of colored stones are the hallmarks of F&C Jewelry’s Holiday collection, called “Brilliance and Yuletide Glow.” Think earrings made of gold spheres, a sapphire pear hanging from a pearl station necklace, or a double-pearl ring with aband studded with diamonds.

2 mins

Where the future is born

Every famous Italian has this bed

2 mins

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.

2 mins

SINOTRUK finally takes the stage

The brand behind the pyramid-like logo finally makes itself known in the Philippines

4 mins

FUN BOX

The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ might just be the SUV you're looking for

4 mins

Hyundai presents referral program for new Stargazer

HYUNDAI MOTOR PHILIPPINES, INC. (HMPH) said recently that it will reward loyal Hyundai owners through its first-ever Hyundai Referral Program - an opportunity for them to earn exclusive prizes by referring family or friends to purchase the new Hyundai Stargazer MPV.

1 mins

First-ever Tikim Weekend Food Market showcases Filipino culinary excellence

THE CENTER for Culinary Arts (CCA Manila) held the inaugural Tikim Weekend Food Market last Oct. 3-4 at the Brittany Hotel in BGC. The event celebrated Filipino culinary innovation while serving as a launchpad for aspiring food entrepreneurs and future chefs.

1 mins

Suzuki exhibits advanced solutions at Japan Mobility Show 2025

SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. exhibited at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (organized by Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association), held at Tokyo Big Sight until Nov. 9.

1 mins

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.

1 mins

McDonald's Philippines named 'Employer of the Year' by PMAP

MCDONALD'S PHILIPPINES triumphed at this year’s People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) Awards as it bagged the coveted Employer of the Year Award, given to a company showing exceptional business and people management practices.

1 mins

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.

2 mins

GCash launches two game-changing solutions for MSMEs, freelancers

The Philippines’ leading finance super app, GCash, has introduced two new game-changing products — GCash PocketPay, which allows merchants to accept card payments seamlessly, and the GCash Virtual US Account, which enables freelancers to receive salaries straight to their e-wallet accounts without additional charges.

2 mins

Ready support for budding entrepreneurs

THERE HAS NEVER been a more promising time to start a business in the Philippines.

2 mins

Empowering MSMEs through financing, digital tools, and upskilling

IT IS OFTEN stated that micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of an economy, recognizing their contributions to employment, income generation, and economic growth.

4 mins

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Business World Philippines Description:

Uitgever: Philstar-Daily-Inc.

Categorie: Newspaper

Taal: English

Frequentie: Daily

BusinessWorld, the country’s leading business newspaper represents five decades of professional economic journalism. Founded in 1967 as Business Day, it is Southeast Asia's first daily business newspaper. BusinessWorld considered a standard of fairness, credibility and integrity in the journalistic world. Today, the business paper comes out Mondays through Fridays (with a Saturday exclusive online edition) with a national circulation of 151,000 as of 2016.