The Manila Times

72 articles in the TruthFoundry index. Each links out to the original.

• Philippines Balance of Payments Deficit Widens to $1.5 Billion in July · The Philippines' balance of payments swung to a $1.5 billion deficit in July, reversing two months of surpluses.
• Philippines DENR Issues 155 Show-Cause Letters for Plastic Law Violations · Philippines DENR issued 155 show-cause letters to companies violating the 2022 Extended Producer Responsibility law.
• Fed Officials Signal Potential Rate Hike Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns · Federal Reserve minutes reveal policymakers favoring a rate hike if inflation remains above the 2.0% target.
• Columnist backs UPLB Chancellor Camacho amid infrastructure and management crisis · A Manila Times columnist argues UPLB needs a steady hand like current Chancellor Camacho to address infrastructure deficits.
• Philippine Agri Losses from Storms Reach P1.73 Billion · Philippine agricultural losses from tropical cyclones and monsoons reached P1.73 billion, affecting over 50,000 farmers.
• The Manila Times Announces 2026 ING-Finex CFO of the Year Nominations · The Manila Times calls for nominations for the 2026 ING-Finex CFO of the Year Award to recognize Filipino financial leaders.
• Philippine Stakeholders Seek Clarity on Cross-Border Services Tax Rules · Business leaders and government officials discussed the need for clearer implementation of the Philippines' new cross-border services tax rules.
• DDMP REIT Reports Flat First-Half Profit at P786.14 Million · DDMP REIT reports flat first-half net income of P786.14 million, driven by higher interest income offsetting modest expense increases.
• SSS Increases Stake in Century Properties to 9.9 Percent · The Philippine Social Security System raised its stake in Century Properties Group to 9.9 percent via a block sale.
• D&L Industries Reports Stronger H1 Earnings, Forecasts Improved H2 · D&L Industries posts 8% H1 net income rise and forecasts stronger second-half performance.
• DoubleDragon Hotel101 Madrid Surpasses 5,000 Reviews in Five Months · DoubleDragon's Hotel101 Madrid reached 5,000 reviews and full occupancy ahead of major events.
• DMCI Launches One Fortis Plaza Office Tower in Makati · DMCI Project Developers Inc. launches a 17-story office tower in Makati City targeting transit-accessible demand.
• DA agency sues agri trader for unlicensed fertilizer production · The Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority filed a criminal complaint against DQB Green Agricultural Products Trading for manufacturing fertilizers without a license.
• South Asialink Finance Corp. Reports P2.09B Loan Releases in First Half · South Asialink Finance Corp. released P2.09 billion in loans through June 2026, driven by vehicle financing.
• Philippines' DICT Seeks P18 Billion Budget for 2027 Digital Infrastructure Expansion · Philippines' DICT seeks P18 billion budget for 2027 to expand digital infrastructure, including eGovPH and the National Digital Connectivity Plan.
• BSP mandates Philippine banks integrate National ID for customer verification · The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas requires most supervised financial institutions to integrate with the National ID system for customer due diligence.
• MacroAsia Breaks Ground on New Clark Aircraft Maintenance Facility · MacroAsia and Lufthansa Technik begin construction of a new aircraft maintenance base at Clark International Airport.
• Philippines Compares Struggle for Good Governance to Odysseus · An essay compares the Philippines' political challenges to the Odyssey, highlighting dynastic politics and disinformation.
• World Bank Urges Developing Nations to Adopt AI to Avoid Economic Lag · The World Bank warns developing countries must adopt localized AI tools to boost growth and avoid being left behind.
• Philippines Agriculture Producer Prices Drop 13% in Q1 · The Philippine Statistics Authority reports a 13% annual decline in the agriculture producer price index for the first quarter.
• PH1 World tops off first 4PH tower in Cavite · PH1 World Developers completed the structural framework of Avesta Residences in Cavite under the 4PH program.
• PlayTime Entertainment and Summit Media Launch PT Summit Tech Venture · PlayTime Entertainment and Summit Media launch PT Summit to develop technology solutions for media companies.
• Philippines DA Welcomes Record Q2 Palay Harvest Amid El Niño Concerns · Philippines agriculture officials celebrate a record Q2 palay harvest of 4.63 million metric tons despite upcoming El Niño risks.
• Citystate Savings Reports Stable First-Half Earnings Amid Economic Challenges · Citystate Savings Bank reported stable net income of P1.19 billion for the first half of 2026.
• Swiss Chamber Hosts Forum on Investing in the Philippines · Swiss Chamber of Commerce and S-GE hosted a forum in the Philippines to discuss business investment and economic growth.
• Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino Departs Following Logo Backlash and Stock Volatility · Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino steps down after company reverses logo changes amid conservative criticism and stock decline.
• Philippines DOE Resumes Green Energy Auction 5 in December · The Philippine Department of Energy will hold the 5th Green Energy Auction in December after a two-month delay.
• Marcos Pushes for 'Sariling Kuryente Act' and Removal of Systems Loss in Bills · President Marcos Jr. urges Congress to pass the Sariling Kuryente Act and abolish systems loss charges on electricity bills.
• Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. Announces Special Stockholders' Meeting for July 29 · Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. will hold a special stockholders' meeting on July 29 via MS Teams.
• IMF and ADB Lower Philippine Growth Forecasts Amid Corruption Scandal and Middle East War · IMF and ADB cut Philippines growth forecasts to 3.9% and 3.8% due to Q1 slowdown, corruption, and global conflicts.