UB Negosyante BOOSTcamp helps Filipino entrepreneurs unlock new opportunities for growth

As businesses navigate changing customer expectations, new technologies and an increasingly competitive environment, Filipino entrepreneurs are finding that growing a business also means continuously growing their own capabilities. UB Negosyante BOOSTcamp, a six-week learning program that combined mentorship, peer learning and practical insights from entrepreneurs and industry experts, helped entrepreneurs address that challenge. Its first cohort, which concluded on October 24, brought together 27 SME owners from various industries to explore customer understanding, financial management, digital marketing, artificial intelligence and sustainable business growth. The program was an initiative of UnionBank’s…

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Taco Bell brings its iconic menu to Market! Market!

Taco Bell is expanding its reach with a fresh new branch at Market! Market! in Taguig City, giving you a convenient new spot to satisfy your cravings for Mexican-inspired classics! Following its recent opening at SM Fairview, the brand continues its steady expansion with this latest destination bringing the complete Taco Bell experience closer to residents and professionals who want a quick, flavorful escape from their daily routines. Diners can look forward to all-time favorites like the Crunchy Beef Taco, Crunchwrap Supreme, and Grilled Stuft Burrito, all paired with the…

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Manila Water Sustains Double-Digit Revenue and EBITDA Growth

New Assets Weigh on Near-Term Earnings but Fortifies Water Supply Resilience as Very Strong El Niño Looms Manila Water Company, Inc. (Manila Water) sustained its growth momentum in the first nine months of 2026, delivering double-digit revenue and EBITDA gains on tariff adjustments, steady demand, and disciplined cost management. Newly completed infrastructure is now in service, reinforcing water security as the country braces for a very strong El Niño that may extend into the first half of 2027. Consolidated revenues rose 11% to Php33.4 billion from Php30.1 billion a year…

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