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Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) has retained its Five Golden Arrow distinction — the highest corporate governance award for listed firms — from the Institute of Corporate Directors at its recent Golden Arrow Awards. context.ph/2026/10/28/conver…

Converge keeps top Five Golden Arrow governance rating for second year → Context.ph

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) has retained its Five Golden Arrow distinction — the highest corporate governance award for listed firms — from the Institute of Corporate Directors at its...

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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is considering expanding its tax abatement program to businesses with annual gross sales of P3 million to below P20 million context.ph/2026/10/28/bir-ey…

BIR eyes broader tax relief for small businesses → Context.ph

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is considering expanding its tax abatement program to businesses with annual gross sales of P3 million to below P20 million, following P266.79 million in relief...

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SEC announced Wednesday it has finished its priority economic deliverables for sustainable and resilient ASEAN capital markets under the country’s 2026 ASEAN chairmanship context.ph/2026/10/28/sec-wr…

SEC wraps up key deliverables for Philippines’ 2026 ASEAN chairmanship → Context.ph

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Wednesday it has finished its priority economic deliverables for sustainable and resilient ASEAN capital markets under the country’s 2026 ASEAN...

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Global compliance technology firm Sumsub has partnered with Philippine seafarer‑focused digital payments platform MarCoPay to boost customer onboarding, continuous compliance checks and real‑time transaction monitoring context.ph/2026/10/28/partne…

Partnership boosts fraud protection and compliance for Filipino seafarers’ digital payments →...

Global compliance technology firm Sumsub has partnered with Philippine seafarer‑focused digital payments platform MarCoPay to boost customer onboarding, continuous compliance checks and real‑time...

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Two home‑grown Filipino breakthroughs focused on healthcare access and sustainable sanitation have been recognized at this year’s Alfredo M. Yao (AMY) Innovation Awards context.ph/2026/10/28/pcci-h…

PCCI honors two Filipino innovations at 2026 Alfredo M. Yao Innovation Awards → Context.ph

Two home‑grown Filipino breakthroughs focused on healthcare access and sustainable sanitation have been recognized at this year’s Alfredo M. Yao (AMY) Innovation Awards, held at the Manila Hotel...

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The Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC), private operator of the Light Rail Transit Line 1, has launched a round‑the‑clock parking facility at Dr. Santos Station in Parañaque City context.ph/2026/10/28/lrmc-o…

LRMC opens 24‑hour park‑and‑ride at LRT‑1 Dr. Santos Station to boost rail commuter shift →...

The Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC), private operator of the Light Rail Transit Line 1, has launched a round‑the‑clock parking facility at Dr. Santos Station in Parañaque City, a key commuter incent...

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BPI Wealth, the wealth management division of Bank of the Philippine Islands, has rolled out the BPI Corporate Personal Equity and Retirement Account or PERA context.ph/2026/10/28/bpi-we…

BPI Wealth launches corporate PERA to expand workplace retirement savings for Filipinos → Context.ph

BPI Wealth, the wealth management division of Bank of the Philippine Islands, has rolled out the BPI Corporate Personal Equity and Retirement Account or PERA, a workplace‑based retirement benefit...

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The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. has entered an agreement with state‑run Development Bank of the Philippines to acquire the latter’s shareholding in Philippine Dealing System Holdings Corp. context.ph/2026/10/28/pse-bu…

PSE buys DBP stake in PDS, moves closer to unified capital market structure → Context.ph

The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. has entered an agreement with state‑run Development Bank of the Philippines to acquire the latter’s shareholding in Philippine Dealing System Holdings Corp.

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The Department of Agriculture has confirmed an increase in corn minimum access volume or MAV to 500,000 metric tons context.ph/2026/10/28/govern…

Government raises corn import quota to ease feed costs, shield consumers from meat price hikes →...

The Department of Agriculture has confirmed an increase in corn minimum access volume or MAV to 500,000 metric tons, a policy adjustment meant to shore up supply, bring down livestock feed expenses,...

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Air travelers and shippers will face higher transport costs next month after the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) raised the fuel surcharge level for domestic and international flights amid climbing jet fuel prices. context.ph/2026/10/28/cab-ap…

CAB approves higher fuel surcharges for passenger, cargo flights starting November 1 → Context.ph

Air travelers and shippers will face higher transport costs next month after the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) raised the fuel surcharge level for domestic and international flights amid climbing jet...

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The proposed restructuring of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector Project has cleared a key government review context.ph/2026/10/28/samal-…

Samal bridge revamp advances, promising faster travel, stronger trade → Context.ph

The proposed restructuring of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector Project has cleared a key government review, bringing the toll-free bridge closer to final approval as officials seek to improve...

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The Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) could generate up to P2.9-T in economic activity during construction alone, potentially rivaling the contributions of remittances, tourism and IT-BPM, according to property consultancy JLL Philippines. context.ph/2026/10/28/luzon-…

Luzon Economic Corridor could reshape Philippine growth drivers → Context.ph

The Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) could generate up to P2.9 trillion in economic activity during construction alone, potentially rivaling the contributions of remittances, tourism and IT-business...

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Manila Water Philippine Ventures (MWPV) is rolling out proactive water security upgrades across Pangasinan and Isabela, two North Luzon provinces flagged by PAGASA as highly vulnerable to dry spells through late 2026 context.ph/2026/10/28/manila…

Manila Water unit bolsters North Luzon El Niño preparedness to secure year‑round supply → Context.ph

Manila Water Philippine Ventures (MWPV) is rolling out proactive water security upgrades across Pangasinan and Isabela, two North Luzon provinces flagged by PAGASA as highly vulnerable to dry spells...

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BDO Foundation has reached its 250‑milestone for restored rural health facilities since launching the program in 2012, with Compostela Rural Health Unit in Cebu as the landmark site. context.ph/2026/10/28/bdo-fo…

BDO Foundation marks 250th rehabilitated rural health unit nationwide → Context.ph

BDO Foundation has reached its 250‑milestone for restored rural health facilities since launching the program in 2012, with Compostela Rural Health Unit in Cebu as the landmark site. The turnover...

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In professional services, relationships are currency, trust is the product, and talent is the engine. Michael C. Sabado will now be responsible for keeping all three working in SGV & Co.’s favor. context.ph/2026/10/28/sgv-ta…

SGV taps Michael Sabado to steer firm into next chapter → Context.ph

In professional services, relationships are currency, trust is the product, and talent is the engine. Michael C. Sabado will now be responsible for keeping all three working in SGV & Co.’s favor.

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Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has opened Astra Lifestyle Centre along A.S. Fortuna Street in Mandaue City context.ph/2026/10/28/cli-op…

CLI opens Astra retail hub to support Mandaue mixed-use growth → Context.ph

Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has opened Astra Lifestyle Centre along A.S. Fortuna Street in Mandaue City, adding a retail component to its mixed-use Astra Centre development as property developers...

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PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications are accelerating roll‑out of the government‑backed Bayanihan SIM program through expanded network coverage context.ph/2026/10/28/pldt-s…

PLDT‑Smart steps up Bayanihan SIM push with wider network and community drives → Context.ph

PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications are accelerating roll‑out of the government‑backed Bayanihan SIM program through expanded network coverage and on‑the‑ground activation efforts,...

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Metrobank has been named the Philippines’ Strongest Bank for the sixth consecutive year by The Asian Banker context.ph/2026/10/28/metrob…

Metrobank retains Philippines’ strongest bank title for sixth consecutive year → Context.ph

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) has been named the Philippines’ Strongest Bank for the sixth consecutive year by The Asian Banker, with its financial performance, asset quality and capital...

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Globe Telecom has secured Five Golden Arrows for the fifth consecutive year, becoming the first recipient of the Institute of Corporate Directors’ (ICD) Hall of Fame Award for sustained corporate governance performance. context.ph/2026/10/28/globe-…

Globe earns Hall of Fame honor after five straight governance wins → Context.ph

Globe Telecom has secured Five Golden Arrows for the fifth consecutive year, becoming the first recipient of the Institute of Corporate Directors’ (ICD) Hall of Fame Award for sustained corporate...

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The Aboitiz Group has added 846 megawatts of renewable energy capacity over four years while broadening investments in water management, recycling and education context.ph/2026/10/28/aboiti…

Aboitiz expands clean energy, water, community sustainability programs → Context.ph

The Aboitiz Group has added 846 megawatts of renewable energy capacity over four years while broadening investments in water management, recycling and education, extending its sustainability agenda...

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