Business

The Rural Bank of Sta. Rosa (Laguna), Inc. has reported a substantial increase in net income for the first three quarters of the year, reflecting a strong growth trajectory. According to data shared by Raffy Montemayor, the bank’s chair and co-founder of financial technology firm Salmon, the bank’s net income surged to P166.7 million, up from USD1.7 million in the …

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto recently met with senior officials from JP Morgan to discuss potential collaborations and initiatives aimed at strengthening the Philippine capital market. The meeting, held at the Department of Finance (DOF) headquarters in Manila on November 18, focused on various topics, including JP Morgan’s current operations in the Philippines, opportunities for partnership, and the ongoing efforts to …

Five-year digital partnership to empower Baguio MSMEs with digital tools, innovation support, and marketing insights for tourism growth Visa, a global leader in payments technology, has announced a strategic partnership with Thames International, a leading provider of education and training solutions, and the City Government of Baguio to enhance the digitalization of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The partnership …

Jesse Care Pest Management Services (JCPMS), headed by well-known businessman-civic leader Jess Asistin, celebrates its 20th year anniversary with  two days of fun-filled but meaningful  activity at the Tagaytay Training Center in Barangay Asisan, Tagaytay City on November 29-30. A proud member of the Jesse Global Ventures, Inc. (JGVI), Jesse Care Pest Management Services  has earned a very good reputation …

Ormoc City – SM Foundation continues to support the government in improving healthcare access for Filipinos through its partnerships with local communities. Recently, the Foundation turned over its 210th Wellness Center—the San Pablo District Health Center (SPDHC)—to the local government of Ormoc.  Established in 2009, the SPDHC serves as a vital satellite office of City Health, strategically located near the …

SM Foundation recognized 218 college scholar graduates from Batch 2024 during a ceremony at SMX Convention Center Manila. Of the total graduates, 63 finished with honors: three summa cum laude, 29 magna cum laude, 27 cum laude, and four with academic distinction. These scholars began their college education in 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, completing their degrees …

SM Development Corporation (SMDC) has always been more than just a real estate company—it’s been a dream-builder for Filipinos. Marking its 20th anniversary, SMDC reflects on two decades of creating homes, transforming communities, and making the dream of homeownership a reality for Filipinos from all walks of life. As of the end of 2023, SMDC has completed over 183,000 residential …

CANDABA, Pampanga – LANDBANK, in collaboration with Department of Agriculture (DA), Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), and other government and private partners, is strengthening its support for the agriculture sector through the launch of the AGRISENSO Plus Lending Program on 22 November 2024 at the Candaba Action Center in Brgy. Mandasig.  The AGRISENSO Plus Program, an enhanced version of LANDANK’s …

Figaro Coffee Group, Inc. (FCG), the holding company behind popular food and beverage brands including Figaro Coffee, Angel’s Pizza and Tien Ma’s Taiwanese Cuisine, announced an impressive 27% growth in consolidated revenues, reaching ₱5.45 billion for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024 compared to P4.28 billion for the same period last year. This was largely propelled by a record …

Angel’s Pizza has once again secured the coveted Platinum Award for National Icons: Pizza at the Golden Grab Awards 2024, held at The Fifth at Rockwell, R5 Level, Powerplant Mall, Makati City. This recognition marks Angel’s Pizza’s second consecutive win, reaffirming its place as the Philippines’ favorite pizza destination. Angel’s Pizza’s signature Creamy Spinach Dip Double Deals Plus was celebrated …