The Market Monitor Minding the Nation's Business

by Isabella Cuartero Thousands gathered at Burnham Green Park in Luneta in the afternoon of November 22 for the launch of the Puregold Hakot Relay Run, transforming the historic grounds into a celebration of fitness, teamwork, and community camaraderie. Blending exercise, entertainment, and Puregold’s iconic “hakot” experience, the three-kilometer relay introduced an innovative twist to the traditional fun run format. Teams of three joined the race …

Finestra at Solaire Resort Entertainment City presents an evening filled with the finest Italian wines from the wine regions of California—Napa Valley, Mendocino, and Los Carneros. Uncover the distinct flavors and cultural heritage of each region with every taste of this rich pairing dinner happening on November 27 at 6PM. Indulge in a 6-course menu of exquisite dishes curated by …

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City — China’s escalating aggression in the West Philippine Sea (WPS)—from shadowing and ramming vessels to using military-grade lasers and spreading disinformation—has pushed the Philippines to strengthen its defensive posture and in response, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has launched a four-pillar strategy to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty, protect maritime rights, and uphold a rules-based international …

Angel’s Pizza continues its winning streak in the Philippine food delivery landscape, securing two remarkable achievements that highlight its growing dominance in the digital space. This year, the beloved homegrown pizza brand once again proved its strength by earning the Grab Platinum Fan Faves Award for the third consecutive year—an extraordinary milestone that underscores how deeply it has captured the …

A burst of world-class, Filipino-powered excitement took place at the nation’s premier gaming and pop-culture celebration. PlayTime lit up Philippine Game Show 2025 with its signature Filipino flair, thrilling thousands of gamers, cosplayers, and pop-culture fans who flocked to SMX Convention Center Aura for an unforgettable weekend. As one of the event’s entertainment partners, PlayTime’s interactive brand booth quickly became …

Gold has long been regarded as one of the world’s most stable and enduring assets. Across centuries of shifting economies and changing markets, it has retained a singular advantage — it holds its value when other investments don’t. In an environment marked by inflation, currency depreciation, and market uncertainty, it’s no surprise that demand for gold has risen by more …

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – FWD Life Insurance Corporation (FWD) has partnered with the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) to introduce The One for pet lovers, a life insurance innovation that helps pet owners plan for their pets’ care when they’re gone — while supporting animal welfare initiatives nationwide. This partnership addresses a growing concern: as of 2019, an estimated 12 million …

[Manila, Philippines] — Trusted by dermatologists and loved by millions with sensitive skin, Cetaphil continues its legacy of science-backed care with the launch of its latest innovation — the Cetaphil Ceramide Repair Lotion, available exclusively on TikTok Shop. Formulated to instantly moisturize and visibly repair the skin barrier, Cetaphil Ceramide Repair Lotion is designed specifically for dry to extremely dry, …

Manila, Philippines – LA Chicks, the hot chicken spot that got Manila obsessed with Nashville-style heat, is officially turning one—and it’s celebrating with a spicy success story to match. Since opening its flagship store in October 2024, the brand has been on a nonstop glow-up, quickly expanding to five full-service branches thanks to a loyal crowd that lives for flavor, …

MANILA, Philippines, November 24, 2025 – PMFTC, the Philippine affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI), is taking a significant step forward in its smoke-free future vision with the official launch of IQOS ILUMA i. This latest and most innovative addition to its growing portfolio of smoke-free products offers adults who would otherwise continue to smoke or use nicotine products an …