For many Filipinos, buying a home is the ultimate dream. But as anyone who has ever browsed properties knows, the real challenge isn't just the down payment—it's the sudden, overwhelming wave of upfront costs that hits right at the finish line. Between processing fees, notarial fees, and registration costs, closing a loan can feel like getting hit with an unexpected tax for achieving your goals.

Reflecting a clear affirmation of its digital transformation and market-leading corporate banking services, Chinabank was distinguished as the Philippines Domestic Cash Management Bank of the Year at the Asian Banking & Finance Wholesale Banking Awards 2026.

For many Filipinos, talking about money doesn't always come naturally. Whether it is discussing salaries, admitting financial struggles, asking for help, or setting boundaries with loved ones, money often remains a sensitive topic, one shaped not only by personal circumstances but also by deeply rooted cultural values. 

For the second year in a row, Mr. Arsenio “Archie” Sabado, Global Chief Human Resources Officer of the Jollibee Group, has once again been named among Southeast Asia’s 100 most influential HR leaders for 2026 by ETHRWorld Southeast Asia.

Jollibee has once again been hailed the No. 1 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken in the U.S. in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, securing the top spot for the third consecutive year.

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boeing for the acquisition of 15 fuel-efficient 787-10 Dreamliner jets, with opportunity for five more, marking a major step forward in the airline’s long-term fleet renewal and growth strategy.

Ayala Land Inc. and Eton Properties are advancing the next phase of Parklinks, their 35-hectare mixed-use estate spanning Pasig City and Quezon City. Anchoring this phase is the Parklinks Mall, slated to open in 2027 as the estate's retail and lifestyle centerpiece. The mall will have a gross floor area of 69,000 square meters, with approximately 41,000 square meters of leasable retail space.

Alternergy Holdings Corporation (“PSE: ALTER”), a Philippine pioneer in renewable power development, announced the successful completion of ABC Energy Inc.’s P2.3 billion investment in Alternergy Tanay Wind Corporation (ATWC) and Alabat Wind Power Corporation (AWPC). ABC Energy, the energy subsidiary of publicly listed A Brown Company Inc. (“PSE: BRN”) has acquired a 40% equity stake in both wind project companies. 

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Rogelio V. Quevedo underscored the need for responsible, inclusive, and resilient growth of digital consumer credit as he participated as a resource speaker during 44th Environmental Scanning Exercise held by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on July 7.