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29 March

BSP keeps policy rate at 4.25%

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) kept its policy rate at 4.25 percent following an off-cycle Monetary Board meeting on Thursday to assess the impact of the Middle East conflict on inflation and growth. BSP Governor and Monetary Board Chairperson Eli Remolona Jr. said the rare meeting was called due to the “fast-changing and uncertain environment” caused by the ongoing …

29 March

ADB ready to aid countries hit by Middle East conflict

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it is prepared to provide rapid financial and technical support to developing member countries (DMCs) affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. “ADB will deliver rapid, flexible, and scalable assistance to help countries manage immediate pressures and strengthen long-term resilience, notably fast-disbursing budget support and trade and supply chain finance to secure …

29 March

Banks step up Agri-Agra compliance amid ESG push

Banks in the Philippines are showing stronger adherence to Agri-Agra lending requirements, driven in part by the government’s push for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies, a Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas official said. BSP Assistant Governor Pia Roman-Tayag noted that more financial institutions are now meeting lending mandates and integrating ESG principles to manage governance and operational risks. “More banks …

29 March

LANDBANK, CHED join hands to digitalize scholarships

LANDBANK and the Commission on Higher Education have partnered to advance agricultural education and fully digitalize scholarship support for nearly one million CHED scholars nationwide. The partnership was formalized by LANDBANK President and CEO Lynette V. Ortiz and CHED Chairperson Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis during the Higher Education Summit on 12 March 2026 at the SMX Clark Convention Center in …

29 March

Chinabank launches lowest home loan promo

Chinabank is offering its HomePlus Bundle Promo with a 6.25% p.a. fixed interest rate for five years—the lowest in the market—along with a waiver of up to ₱50,000 in bank fees. Borrowers taking a ₱5 million loan over 15 years could save over ₱90,000 compared to typical competitor rates of 6.50% or higher. To qualify, applicants must apply for a …

28 March

From Grief to Grace: A father’s promise made true at the GameZone Tour Tongits Plus Championship Cup Season 4

Under the bright lights of the GameZone Tour stage, a father’s grief turned to grace as Pampanga’s best tongits player, Ahrold Tubig, won the GameZone Tour Tongits Plus Champions Cup (TPCC) Season 4 held on March 8 in Pasay City. Everyone who joined the tournament has one goal: to win the staggering P5,000,000 grand prize. Tubig’s victory was a dream …

28 March

ArenaPlus reignites PVL, Spikers’ Turf partnership for third year

A no-brainer partnership among the best Filipino sports organizations just got a new lease on life, with a new twist. ArenaPlus, the country’s number one PAGCOR-licensed online sportsbook, renewed its partnership with the elite Premier Volleyball League and Spikers’ Turf on Thursday, March 26, at the fabled Smart-Araneta Coliseum. On top of its continued support, the DigiPlus-owned ArenaPlus now also …

28 March

Casino Plus joins Clark community in observing Lent, supports Holy Child Chapel Restoration

Clark, Pampanga – March 2026 As Holy Week approaches—a time of quiet reflection, prayer, and devotion—Casino Plus, one of the country’s leading responsible gaming platforms duly licensed by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), reaffirms its commitment to supporting not only communities, but also the traditions that continue to shape them. Guided by its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) pillar …

28 March

Concentrix Showcases CyberProtect and iX Suite in Filipinnovation, Unites Leaders for Cyber-Resilience

Leaders from government, technology, and multiple industries convened on March 24 for Filipinnovation-powered by Concentrix, an exclusive business summit advancing national dialogue on digital transformation and cyber-resilience in the domestic market. Now in its second year, the Concentrix-hosted summit carried the theme “Transformation Protecting the Country’s Digital Future.” It brought together leaders across aviation, energy, real estate, retail, education, insurance, financial …

27 March

Why Las Piñas Home Buyers Are Moving to Elevated, More Connected Communities

SMDC’s Twin Residences responds to the real needs of South-based buyers—from young professionals to families and OFWs—looking for a more practical, everyday upgrade. For many people living in the South, the decision to buy a home is no longer just about ownership. It’s about solving everyday challenges. Time spent on the road. Adjusting daily routines around traffic. Wanting more privacy …

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March, 2026