The Market Monitor Minding the Nation's Business

The very first Zeekr showroom was opened by the Autohub Group, its exclusive distributor in the country, in a glittering fashion last week at the Bonifacio Global City. The main event of the evening was the official unveiling of the Zeekr 7X, hailed as the “Next Generation Luxury SUV” by its manufacturer, Zeekr Global, maker of luxury electric vehicles based …

BYD Cars Philippines successfully concluded its first Tech Tour in Mindanao by introducing technologically advanced electric vehicles and infrastructure last June 27-29 in Cagayan de Oro City. Kagay-anons had the opportunity to experience BYD’s latest innovations through interactive displays and test drives, all aimed at supporting the region’s shift toward more sustainable and future-ready mobility. “We remain true to our …

Grab Philippines rolled out recently a nationwide resilience strategy aimed at supporting its driver- and rider-partners while working closely with the government agencies to bolster the transport sector’s stability during external shocks as fuel prices continue to climb. “We recognize the growing pressure on our partners due to rising fuel costs. Our priority is to provide immediate, targeted support, while …

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) conducted its second Honda Cars Insurance Conference recently at the Seda Ayala Center in Cebu City which was similar to the first one held in Muntinlupa last March. The event was a way for HCPI to bridge the gap between its insurance partners and dealers. It aimed to strengthen the coordination between the stakeholders and …

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) donated ₱300,000 to the city government of Alaminos care of the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office, to fund critical mangrove rehabilitation initiatives as part of the IPC’s nearly two-decade partnership with Alaminos since it first adopted a coastal area back in 2005 as part of its pledge to strengthen climate resilience.  This financial contribution directly …

Ford Philippines is bringing back its much-anticipated Truck Month this July and it promises a “no price increase” offer across most Ranger variants in light of the re-imposition of the excise tax on pickup trucks that started this month. Customers can enjoy a wide array of special deals on the Ford Ranger, including all-in low downpayment offers, low monthly fees, …

SM Malls attract people, but have you ever wondered why? Is it because SM Malls are everywhere? There is one in every city, even two or more in some cases, and at least one in every province, except for a few. But then the competition is also there, in the same vicinity, sometimes just across the street. No, it is …

By Tracy Cabrera More than 11 million Filipino households, or 20% of families nationwide, experienced involuntary hunger in the first quarter of 2025, according to a recent survey by the Social Weather Stations (SWS). Conducted from April 23 to 28, the survey found that one in every five families went hungry at least once between January and March.  The figure …

In a message released ahead of the 10th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, Pope Leo XIV drew heavily from Pope Francis’ Laudato si’, reiterating the Church’s firm stance against environmental and social injustice. He emphasized that God’s creation was never meant to be a battleground for vital resources. Set for September 1, this year’s observance is …

The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) is advocating for a substantial hike in the starting monthly salary of public school teachers to P50,000—a move that Education Secretary Edgardo “Sonny” Angara appears open to supporting, though not spearheading. The proposal, filed in Congress by ACT party-list Representative Antonio Tinio and Kabataan party-list Representative Renee Louise Co, was brought up during a …