Building a Stronger Foundation for Long-Term Qualitative Growth Through Portfolio Shifts and Operational Resilience LG Electronics Inc. (LG) today announced consolidated revenue of KRW 20.74 trillion and operating profit of KRW 639.4 billion for the second quarter of 2025. Both revenue and operating profit declined year-over-year, primarily due to continued global market softness, increased tariff burdens driven by changes in …
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Why Filipinos keep smiling, even when it hurts
Life is expensive, but joy doesn’t have to be. In this time of soaring prices, when the rest of the world says, “You can’t afford happiness.” Filipinos say, “Watch us find it anyway.” Because joy, to us, isn’t something we buy, it’s something we make. When there’s no electricity, we bring out the guitar. When onions hit ₱700 a kilo, …
Read More »131 Hectares to become Cebu’s Next Biggest Lifestyle and Commercial Hub
The proverbial seas parted, making way for Metro Cebu’s shores to rise. With everything cleared by the courts, regulators, and authorities, the GlobalCity Mandaue Corporation (GMC), may now transform 131 hectares of reclaimed land into a sprawling lifestyle and commercial hub. GMC, a Filipino-owned real estate development corporation, led the ₱20-billion initiative in Mandaue City, laying the foundation for a …
Read More »BIR commends DOJ: Chong’s of World Balance indicted for P178M tax deficiencies; 34 criminal charges filed before the CTA and the courts of Caloocan City
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) commends the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the successful filing of 34 criminal charges before the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) and the Courts of Caloocan City against World Balance, also registered as CHG Global Inc. (CHGGI), in connection with its ₱178.8 million basic tax deficiencies. On July 9, 2025, the DOJ filed before …
Read More »FOSSIL UNVEILS SPECIAL-EDITION COLLECTION INSPIRED BY THE STRENGTH AND SPIRIT OF “SUPERMAN” AHEAD OF THIS SUMMER’S EPIC NEW DC STUDIOS FILM
Fossil is proud to unveil its latest collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products: a special-edition collection inspired by DC Studios’ upcoming film, “Superman.” Known for bringing iconic stories to life through timeless design, Fossil reimagines the world of Superman with an exclusive range of watches, wallets, and jewelry that pay tribute to the beloved DC Super Hero. Crafted …
Read More »Corporate Governance Asia recognizes SM with seven awards for corporate excellence
PASAY CITY, Philippines, July 18, 2025 — SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments), the parent company of the SM group was recently honored with seven major distinctions at the 15th Asian Excellence Awards organized by Corporate Governance Asia, a leading regional journal on corporate governance. The accolades recognize the company’s consistent leadership in corporate governance, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement. Among this …
Read More »Beat the Bad Weather Blues with MR.DIY’s Rainy Day Savers
Let’s face it—when the rain hits in the Philippines, it doesn’t just arrive quietly—it barges in. One minute you’re enjoying the sun, the next you’re scrambling to seek shelter from the rain. But here’s the thing: handa beats basa any day. And that’s where the art of stocking up on rainy day essentials comes in. This season, the country’s fastest-growing …
Read More »In a World That’s Getting Louder, One Brand Hopes You’ll Hear Yourself Again
Vibe Hearing partners with Ideal Vision Center to introduce Accessible Hearing Solutions in the Philippines It starts with a punchline missed at the dinner table. A soft “Hoy!” from the gate. The long, familiar “Tahoooooo!” from the morning vendor — all fading without goodbye. These are the everyday sounds that many quietly lose. But now, a new name enters the local …
Read More »Battle for Glory: ArenaPlus Joins San Miguel Beermen and TNT Tropang 5G in the PBA Finals Press Conference
Both teams are ready for the Philippine Cup Finals, as ArenaPlus, the country’s most trusted name in sports betting, presented the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Finals Press Conference held last Friday in Pasig City. The clash between the San Miguel Beermen and TNT Tropang 5G is expected to be a phenomenal one, as both teams are highly motivated to become …
Read More »We Made Our “Selection”—and It’s Everything Our Shopping Dreams Are Made Of
‘Selection’ by Landers, their first-ever house brand, now available across all Landers Superstore branches and online. If your idea of self-care includes strolling down neatly stocked aisles, discovering new pantry heroes, and scoring exclusive deals—same. And you’re in luck, because Landers Superstore just launched something major: its very own private label brand, Selection by Landers, and it’s looking real good …
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