July 4, 2026 - SAKSI NGAYON

On the Timing of the P85 Metro Manila Wage Order Amid the Global Oil Price Crisis

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFi) recognizes and respects the legitimate aspiration of Filipino workers for wages that keep pace with the rising cost of living. As employers, we, the franchisers, as well as our franchisees, all share that aspiration. After all, many of us built our businesses on the belief that the people who help grow a franchise deserve to grow alongside it. We do not dispute the intent behind the P85 daily minimum wage increase for Metro Manila. We are, however, compelled to raise serious concerns about…

YGC Invests in Global Education to Further National Growth

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The Yuchengco Group of Companies’ (YGC) House of Investments (HI) continues to boost its contributions toward nation-building through strategic global partnerships under its education investment arm, iPeople, Inc. Through iPeople’s Mapúa schools, a collaboration with Arizona State University (ASU) has been established—setting the tone for the group’s long-term vision of creating sustainable futures where Filipinos can thrive and compete globally. “With YGC’s visionary leadership and steadfast support, iPeople schools are fully empowered to deliver world-class education to Filipino students. We want to continue developing highly employable, future-ready Filipino graduates who…