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Over P1/L rollback for diesel, up to P2/L hike for gasoline seen next week
Motorists should expect mixed movements in pump prices in the coming week, with diesel seen rolling back while gasoline might go up by as much as P2 per liter.
More Chinese banks likely to adopt AI rules after Ping An move: analysts
After Ping An Bank became the first listed Chinese lender to formally adopt rules governing its use of artificial intelligence, analysts said more mainland institutions were likely to follow, with the move setting an…
EXPLAINER: What to do when driving in haze-affected areas
The Department of Health advised motorists to be alert and take extra precautions when driving in areas affected by haze and unclean air, such as Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Siquijor, Cebu, Bohol, and all…
Indonesia Representative Offices: What They Can and Cannot Do
Foreign companies can establish representative offices in Indonesia: KPPA, KP3A, and KP BUJKA, each with specific rules and limitations.
Vietnam Emerges as the European Union’s Top Trading Destination Within Southeast Asia
Vietnam leads ASEAN as most attractive for European business expansion, with 64% planning investment growth over five years. Indonesia follows at 57%, while Malaysia and Thailand lag at 49%. Vietnam's appeal combines…
Thailand Business News — Morning Briefing
Thailand & Asia | 3 October 2026 Thailand flood losses climb toward THB69 billion as agriculture, factories and exports come under pressure Thailand’s flooding is emerging as a much larger economic shock than the…
RHR named Philippine’s Leading Hotel Group
Robinsons Hotels and Resorts (RHR), the hospitality arm of the Gokongwei family’s Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), has bagged the prestigious title of Philippines’ Leading Hotel Group in the 2026 World Travel Awards, with…
Stocks slip to lowest level in 11 months
The local stock market sustained its winless record for the week, finishing yesterday’s session with another loss.
Philippines, Singapore conclude talks on tax treaty update
The Philippines and Singapore have concluded negotiations for an updated double taxation agreement (DTA), paving the way for clearer tax rules governing cross-border income between the two countries.
MVP tightens grip on Meralco with P12.4 billion stake deal
Tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan is further strengthening his grip on power giant Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) through a P12.4-billion stake deal with business partner Ramon Ang.





