Private sector employees working on Chinese New Year are entitled to a 30% wage premium. DOLE also emphasizes that workers cannot be dismissed without valid legal grounds, outlining protections and dispute resolution options.
Major oil companies announce a new round of fuel price increases effective Tuesday, February 17, 2026, with gasoline rising by P1.20 per liter and diesel and kerosene by P0.60 per liter.
The Valentine's Day Job Fair in Bacolod City saw 3,653 jobseekers participate, with 46 hired on the spot. Organized by Peso-Bacolod and DOLE, the event featured 70 companies offering diverse employment opportunities.
Oil companies have announced another round of fuel price hikes, with gasoline rising by PHP1.20 per liter, diesel and kerosene by PHP0.60 per liter, marking the sixth consecutive weekly increase due to global supply concerns.
The National Food Authority is implementing adjustments to its rice auction system to accelerate bidding cycles, increase participation, and improve overall efficiency for 2026 operations.
The Lapu-Lapu City government's Pre-Valentine's Day Job Fair 2026 resulted in over 300 applicants hired immediately, with 323 securing urgent jobs from 1,469 vacancies across 23 companies.
The Cebu Bus Rapid Transit project faces a 12-year delay and World Bank withdrawal, while a proposed Metro Cebu Subway offers hope but raises feasibility questions.
FAST Logistics Group calls on Philippine businesses to implement a Forward Stocking Strategy, positioning inventory closer to customers to combat typhoon disruptions and infrastructure challenges.
A Pre-Valentine's Day job fair in Lapu-Lapu City resulted in 323 out of 744 applicants being hired immediately, with Mayor Cindi Chan praising its impact on families and Peso highlighting employer participation.
The ASEAN Travel Exchange 2026 in Cebu attracted nearly 300 international buyers, resulting in P1.44 billion in initial sales leads and reinforcing the Philippines' role as a key tourism hub in Southeast Asia.
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. reports high-net-worth clients are focusing on specific markets and assets, moving away from broad bets, with equities leading growth and alternatives gaining traction.
Xiamen Airlines will restart direct flights between Quanzhou and Cebu on March 29, 2026, operating twice weekly to boost China-Philippines travel and business links amid rising demand.
Cebu tourism operators are intensifying efforts to attract Indian and Australian travelers to offset the sharp drop in Chinese tourists, leveraging improved air connectivity and market-specific packages.
A Federal Reserve Bank of New York study shows that nearly 90% of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration in 2025 fell on US importers and consumers, not overseas exporters.
The Provincial Government of Davao Oriental is preparing to reopen Aliwagwag Falls Eco Park, focusing on tourism revival and economic recovery in Cateel after closures due to earthquakes and COVID-19.
ABC FARM LLC, a Japanese-led venture in Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, plans to expand vannamei shrimp production using nanobubble technology, potentially hiring more workers and exploring grouper fish farming.
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board-Davao is still reviewing proposals for a potential wage increase, with no final decision yet. Recent public hearings involved labor and management discussions, but domestic workers were absent, promptin
Rising costs reshaped Valentine's Day spending in 2026, with flower vendors in Cebu seeing higher earnings due to increased prices, while chocolate purchases in Japan declined as inflation and cocoa price surges led many women to cut back on gifts.
Farmgate prices of palay in the Philippines have started to recover following a four-month government import halt, with dry palay rising to P21.52/kg and fresh palay to P18.42/kg as of January 30, 2026, after a decline in 2024-2025 due to excessive import
Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez announced that the right-of-way acquisition for the Metro Manila Subway Project is 90.92% complete and on track for full completion by June, with construction already underway at key stations.
The Department of Migrant Workers has introduced new adjudication rules to decentralize hearings, enable electronic filing, and ensure faster case resolutions for overseas Filipino workers nationwide.
Farmgate prices of unhusked rice in the Philippines have increased after a four-month import suspension, with the Department of Agriculture citing excessive imports as a key factor in previous price declines.
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation endorses Senate Bill No. 1667, which aims to amend its charter to enhance depositor protection and financial stability through expanded coverage and faster claims processing.
Ayala Corporation alerts the public to fraudulent online accounts using the Spinneys brand name to run 'jobs for investment' scams tied to its Philippine expansion plans.
Davao City mandates permits and transport studies for all transport initiatives, flagging Green GSM for alleged violations while accrediting RideIT. The move aims to ensure compliance and evidence-based planning in urban mobility.
The 16th Davao Mega Travel Sale introduces Antarctic expeditions and Central Asian Silk Road journeys to Mindanao travelers for the first time, with 27 exhibitors offering competitive discounts and flexible payment options.
Venz and Venus built Ven's Kitchen in Moalboal, Cebu, starting with a four-table eatery in 2016. Overcoming financial struggles, a pandemic, and a typhoon, they rebuilt with faith and love, now employing 13 staff and inspiring with their story of resilien
The non-performing loan ratio of Philippine banks improved to 3.08% in December 2025, the lowest since August 2020, driven by central bank rate cuts and holiday spending.
Barbara 'Bambi' Gothong-Tan has been inducted as the first female president of the Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry, marking a milestone in its 60-year history. She succeeds Mark Anthony Ynoc and outlines plans for member engagement and growth.
Thirty business and civil society organizations, including the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, urge Congress to pass a genuine Anti-Political Dynasty Law, criticizing the current House Bill 6771 as insufficient and warning of corruption risks