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News•Mar 2, 2026
Tanco Invests P1.04 Billion More in DigiPlus
Tycoon Eusebio Tanco invested an additional P1.04 billion in DigiPlus Interactive Corp., buying 63.12 million shares (1.4% of outstanding equity) at P16.40 per share. The purchase raises his direct holdings to 10.43 million shares and indirect holdings to 712.62 million shares, underscoring strong confidence in the company’s growth trajectory. DigiPlus, operator of BingoPlus, ArenaPlus and GameZone, now serves over 40 million registered users and targets 50 million by year‑end. The firm also secured a whitewash waiver for its IEC convertible‑notes deal, paving the way for a P12 billion funding round and offline expansion.
By Philstar – Business
News•Feb 28, 2026
BofA: Slowing Demand to Hit Philippines Growth
Bank of America projects Philippine GDP growth at 4.6% in 2026 and 5.0% in 2027, falling short of the economy’s 5.5‑6.5% sustainable range. The slowdown is driven by weak household consumption, softer private investment and a tapering of government disbursements...
By Philstar – Business
News•Feb 28, 2026
BSP Flags Faster Inflation in February
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) projects February inflation to rise to between 2.3% and 3.1%, up from January’s 2% rate. Higher rice and fish prices, elevated petroleum costs and increased Meralco electricity charges are the main upward pressures, while...
By Philstar – Business
News•Feb 26, 2026
Megaworld Profit Hits All-Time High in 2025
Megaworld Corp. posted a record P24 billion net income in 2025, an 11% increase from 2024. Revenue climbed to nearly P86 billion, driven by an 11% rise in leasing revenues and strong residential sales. Office leasing, especially through Megaworld Premier Offices, contributed...
By Philstar – Business
News•Feb 26, 2026
Robinsons Retail Earns 6% More in 2025
Robinsons Retail Holdings posted a 6% rise in core net earnings to P6.7 billion in 2025, driven by 5.7% net‑sales growth that pushed revenue to P210.4 billion. Net income to equity holders fell 44% because the prior year’s one‑time merger gain inflated...
By Philstar – Business
News•Feb 22, 2026
SPNEC ‘Re-IPO’ Eyed by 2027
SP New Energy Corp (SPNEC) plans a re‑IPO by 2027 after merging its assets with Meralco’s renewable arm MGreen. The move follows the successful energisation of the MTerra Solar project, a 3,500‑MW solar farm paired with a 4,500‑MWh battery system....
By Philstar – Business
Deals•Feb 21, 2026
ALI Aims to Raise P50bn via Debt Financing
Philippine firm ALI announced plans to raise P50 billion from the debt market to fund its growth initiatives. The proposed debt financing marks a significant capital-raising effort for the company.
Philstar – Business
Deals•Feb 18, 2026
Philippines Treasury Raises P107.07B in 10‑Year Bond Auction
The Philippine Bureau of the Treasury raised P107.07 billion in a 10‑year Treasury bond auction, awarding a portion of its P300‑billion offer after receiving P328.47 billion in bids. The auction, held on Feb 18 2026, saw yields settle at 5.893 percent, reflecting strong demand and...
Philstar – Business