P200M Capital Infusion to Boost Visayas MSME Loans
Cebu International Financial Corp. injects P200 million into Aspac Rural Bank to expand credit access for small businesses and enhance digital banking services across the Visayas region.
Cebu International Financial Corp. injects P200 million into Aspac Rural Bank to expand credit access for small businesses and enhance digital banking services across the Visayas region.
Outstanding loans from Philippine banks expanded by 10.3% in November 2025. Business and consumer lending showed robust growth, signaling economic activity. Read the full analysis.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas extends regulatory incentives for banks to boost green lending until 2028. This move aims to fund renewable energy, clean transport, and climate-resilient projects. Learn how this supports the Philippines' climate goals.
DTI launches a modern Negosyo Center to empower Filipino MSMEs with digital services & faster processing. A key step in the Marcos admin's business support push. Learn how it helps entrepreneurs.
TikTok Shop reports over 200% sales growth for PH sellers in 2025, powered by livestreaming and nationwide training for 25,000 entrepreneurs. Discover how local brands are thriving.
Davao City Council passes amendments to its 31-year-old Investment Code, expanding tax breaks for MSMEs and defining Priority Investment Areas to attract modern businesses. Learn about the new incentives.
Businesses in Central Luzon prepare for ongoing climate and regulatory challenges in 2026, as MACCII reports on 2025's impact on supply chains, tourism, and MSMEs. Learn about the resilience strategies and growth sectors.
Light Fuels, a unit of Top Line Business Development Corp., receives a major DOE Visayas award for compliance and service. This recognition boosts its expansion plans across the region. Read more about this fuel industry achievement.
Discover the complex reality behind local Filipino products disappearing from supermarket shelves. It's not about failure, but a challenging retail system. Learn the truth now.
27 women entrepreneurs in Davao Region completed DTI's E-Taas ang Pinay MSMEs training. The program boosts digital skills & economic growth. Read their success story!
DTI and Landbank launch the Lifting MSMEs lending program, offering tiered loans from P100k to P50M to empower small businesses nationwide. Learn how to access this new financing.
Philippine exporters generated $1.72 million in sales at Fabex Kansai 2025, boosting coconut product exports to Japan's health-conscious market. Discover how this success strengthens the Philippines' global trade position.
BSP data shows bank loans and money supply expanded in October 2025, signaling robust business and consumer demand. Read the full analysis of the Philippines' credit growth.
Dumanjug, Cebu recorded over 200mm of rain in 24 hours due to Tropical Depression Verbena, causing flooding across southern Cebu. Pagasa warns of continued moderate rainfall across Visayas.
Danao City dominated the 2025 Drug Abuse Prevention Week awards, winning five major categories for its innovative anti-drug programs and community initiatives in Central Visayas.
Iloilo police arrested two suspects and confiscated 115 grams of suspected shabu in Santa Barbara buy-bust operation. High-value individual among those captured.
Police Regional Office 6 arrests two most wanted individuals in separate Aklan and Iloilo operations. Regional Director commends teams for swift justice delivery. Report wanted persons to maintain peace.
Cebu's business community welcomes the suspension of BIR field audits, a move providing relief from compliance pressures and aiding post-calamity recovery. Learn more about this positive development.
Western Visayas police arrested five suspects including a high-value individual and confiscated over half a kilo of shabu in Barotac Nuevo and Oton operations. Support the fight against illegal drugs.
Private sector workers in Eastern Visayas get a PHP35 daily wage increase. The hike starts with PHP17, effective 15 days after publication, and PHP18 from June 1, 2026. Kasambahay pay also rises.
SEC-Davao records 85 harassment complaints from illegal online lending platforms. Regional Director warns public against unregistered OLPs offering easy loans with hidden threats.
Thousands in Metro Cebu face water shortages for weeks as MCWD struggles to restore service. Infrastructure vulnerabilities exposed. Learn about the impact on communities.
Tropical Depression Verbena made landfall in Bayabas, Surigao del Sur. Caraga and Visayas face heavy rains, gusty winds, and rough seas. Prepare for possible flooding and travel disruptions.
Cebu and Visayas prepare for intense rainfall up to 200mm as a low pressure area may develop into Tropical Storm Verbena. Stay informed and prepared.
Pagasa warns of 100-200mm rain in Cebu and Visayas from Nov 24-25 due to a low-pressure area. Potential flooding, landslides expected. Stay alert and monitor updates.
DTI partners with Converge ICT to accelerate the digitalization of MSMEs, offering internet access, e-commerce tools, and AI solutions. Empower your business to compete globally today!
Typhoon Tino's devastation in Cebu leaves 269 dead, with experts linking the disaster to climate change and calling for improved disaster preparedness. Learn how to help affected communities.
341 MSMEs in Northern Cebu received onsite loan assistance after the magnitude 6.9 earthquake and Typhoon Tino. DTI's ERF Caravan offers P300,000 zero-interest loans to help businesses recover faster.
Grab concludes its SuperTakbo community run series in Davao City, gathering nearly 20,000 runners nationwide. Discover how this event celebrates Mindanao's digital economy growth.
Western Visayas police nab 10 drug personalities and confiscate 221.74 grams of shabu in Estancia buy-bust operation. Support the fight against illegal drugs.