Cebu's power reserves are critically low, warns advocacy group Cera. With demand growing 150 MW yearly, reliance on waste-to-energy and external sources threatens grid stability and investor confidence. Read the urgent call for action.
Bacolod City Council approves extension for Business One-Stop-Shop (Boss) and tax payments until March 31, 2026. Avail a 10% discount for early payment. Learn details.
Davao City begins processing business permit and tourism certificate renewals for 2026. Deadline is January 31. Learn locations and requirements here.
Cebu City Council grants extension for business permit renewals until Jan. 30, 2026, waiving penalties. Relief for taxpayers amid heavy crowds. Get details here.
Davao City's one-stop shop for 2026 business permit renewal runs Jan 5-31. Renew at multiple sites or online. Avoid penalties, renew now!
Cebu City Hall now releases business permits in one day to help firms recover from Typhoon Tino. Learn how to renew your permit and avoid penalties.
Davao City's one-stop shop for 2026 business permit renewal runs Jan 5-31. Learn extended hours, online processing at appbts.davaocity.gov.ph, and contact details. Renew now to avoid penalties!
A seasoned Filipino entrepreneur with 2,000 employees wants to sell. His story reveals a crucial leadership reset needed for 2026's volatile economy. Join the Jan. 24 webinar for insights.
US President Donald Trump insists the US needs Greenland for defense, sparking Danish condemnation. This follows the controversial US military raid in Venezuela. Read the latest.
Zamboanga City launches its new Business One-Stop-Shop (BOSS) building on January 5, 2026. Business owners can register or renew permits from January 5 to 20 for a faster, more efficient process. Get your documents ready!
Forget the straight line to success. Learn why Filipino businesses must act like torpedoes, constantly adjusting course based on feedback to hit their 2026 goals. Adapt and thrive.
Bacolod City streamlines business registration with its BOSS event starting Jan 5, 2026. Get a 10% tax discount and process permits with multiple agencies in one location.
Lapu-Lapu City Hall announces business permit processing from Jan 5-20, 2026 at Hoopsdome. Avoid penalties by submitting complete requirements on time.
Davao City sets Jan 5-31, 2026, for mayor's permit renewal at multiple sites. Avoid 25% penalty by filing on time. Online payment via Land Bank is available.
Mandaue City Government phases in a 10% business tax adjustment, applying 5% in 2026 to aid recovery from recent calamities. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Mandaue City starts a 5% business tax increase in 2026, with another 5% in 2027. Officials cite legal mandate and aim to balance revenue needs with business relief. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Family governance advisor E. Soriano challenges next-generation leaders in the Philippines to move beyond privilege and build true competence. A call for responsible stewardship in the New Year.
Philippine business confidence rose to 29.7% in Q4 2025, fueled by holiday demand. Yet, consumer sentiment fell to -22.2% on inflation, corruption fears. Read the full BSP survey analysis.
Creba-Davao's meeting featured MinDA's Romeo Montenegro highlighting the region's investment boom and Davao's BPO rise. Read about the new chapter officers and the shift in Mindanao's narrative.
Leading Philippine business groups call on lawmakers to urgently create a powerful, independent anti-corruption body to protect public funds and restore investor confidence. Read their demands.
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!
Ayala Land unveils its second CityFlats in Cebu, providing 392 affordable co-living units to combat long commutes and high rents for young professionals. Discover a new way to live in the heart of the city.
Davao City halts Green GSM's electric taxi launch for lacking permits. The LGU supports green transport but demands legal compliance. Read the full story.
The BIR has released updated guidelines to streamline registration. Learn the new documentary requirements for OPCs and corporations to avoid delays. #BIR #PhilippinesBusiness
Cebu's private sector is exploring B2B ties with Ukraine to diversify trade and investment. Key areas include agriculture technology and AI. Discover the strategic plans.
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.
Davao Light's franchise expansion under RA 12144 promises stable power for Davao de Oro, boosting small businesses and keeping professionals local. Read how this shift impacts the community.
Cebu is now central to the Philippines' cruise tourism push, aiming for 127 ship calls in 2026. Tourism Secretary Frasco highlights its role in dispersing visitors and economic recovery. Discover the plan.
Mandaue City is overhauling its investment code to boost competitiveness & attract jobs in EVs, data centers & manufacturing. Local chamber leads reforms amid national uncertainty.
For Filipino founders, the ultimate test isn't scaling a business—it's knowing when to step back. This Christmas, reflect on legacy, time, and finding peace beyond the founder's chair.