Covering the week’s most noteworthy business news impacting the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
Volkswagen is ending car sales in the Philippines as its Ayala partnership closes this September, but aftersales and warranty services for current owners will continue. MANILA — Volkswagen is winding down…
LOS ANGELES — Southern California Edison (SCE) is reminding customers that they can conveniently pay their electric bills from home using secure online and remote options, while also warning the…
Aqwire, a leading fintech innovator in cross-border and local payments, recently partnered with one of the Philippines’ premier property developers, Filinvest Land, Inc., to complete the country’s first real estate…
Tourism pioneer Alejandra “Dading” Clemente, founder of Rajah Tours Philippines, receives the Tourism Promotions Excellence Award during the MOPC Grand Tourism Excellence Awards 2025 at New World Makati Hotel. Presenting…
Aqwire, a leading fintech innovator in cross-border and local payments, has officially become the first payments company in the Philippines to process transactions via Google Pay and Apple Pay for…
Uber is introducing a new way to pay in select U.S. cities: cash. Verified riders can now hand fares directly to drivers, a shift for a platform long built on…
Cracker Barrel’s logo comparison: the longtime emblem featuring the “Old Timer” leaning on a barrel (top) versus the recently introduced minimalist wordmark (bottom). The company has since scrapped the redesign…
PHOTOS BY: JOE COBILLA JR. LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA-The Philippine tourism industry is expected to get a boost from the recent milestone interline partnership between Taiwan’s flag carrier China Airlines (CAL)…
MANILA, Philippines — The 17th Philippine SME Business Expo: Entrepreneur & Franchise Edition is now opening its doors to exhibitors and sponsors eager to connect with a high-value business audience…
PAPC team at PG&E Wildfire Safety townhall UTILITIES provider Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E), in cooperation with the Philippine American Press Club (PAPC) and KTSF-TV, held a mini town hall recently…
In an unpredictable world, businesses must be prepared to face unexpected challenges, such as natural disasters or economic shifts. The ability to adapt quickly is crucial for maintaining resilience and…
Credit cards, debit cards, cash, checks, wires or sending money to others using a P2P (person-to-person) payment app are examples of the many ways consumers can pay for everyday transactions….
DALY CITY, Calif. — In a city often called the “Pinoy capital of the Bay Area,” the arrival of a new Seafood City on Southgate Avenue this week marks more than…
The Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) is proud to announce the holding of their biggest regional franchise show, “Franchise Negosyo Para sa Region VII (Cebu),” a premier event designed to empower…
LOS ANGELES — The landscape of global wealth is undergoing yet another transformation, as tech titans continue to dominate the upper echelons of the financial world. The latest rankings, compiled by…
For many Filipino-Americans and overseas Filipinos, real estate remains one of the most meaningful ways to stay connected to the homeland. Whether you’re planning for retirement, securing a future home,…
The Philippines is entering a new era of connectivity as major infrastructure projects begin to take shape across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. From high-speed commuter lines to international airports and…
Del Monte Foods’ brand portfolio includes household names such as Del Monte, Contadina, College Inn, S&W, Kitchen Basics, Joyba, and Take Root Organics—many of which remain staples in American and…
Davao Region’s most awaited franchising event opens TODAY, July 4, 2025, as Franchise Negosyo Para sa Region XI (Davao) returns at the SM Lanang Premier Atrium. The Philippine Franchise Association…
The Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) continues its 2025 regional roadshow with Franchise Negosyo Para sa Region XI (Davao), happening on July 4-5, 2025, at the SM Lanang Premier Atrium in…
Aboitiz InfraCapital takes over Bohol–Panglao International Airport under a ₱4.53 billion, 30-year concession to modernize the country’s first eco-airport. BOHOL — Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC), the infrastructure arm of the Aboitiz Group,…
Left: Mark Walter, CEO of Guggenheim Partners and co-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Walter is now acquiring a majority stake in the Lakers in a record-setting $10 billion deal. (Photo…
Of the five skyscrapers that define Madrid’s modern skyline, two—Torre Emperador Castellana (far right) and Torre Caleido (center, black tower)—are now 100% owned by Filipino tycoon Andrew Tan through Emperador…
From left: Talino Ventures Studios President and CEO Winston Damarillo; DTI Trade Service Officer Eric C. Elnar; Philippine Consulate General of Los Angeles Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz; and…
The Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) proudly joins the global franchising community in celebrating the inaugural World Franchise Day on June 11, 2025, a newly declared annual observance established by the…
Ansie Ting, a Commercial Banker at JPMorganChase, is passionate about supporting her clients through financial education and promoting an entrepreneurial mindset. Based in San Francisco, she focuses on helping individuals…
By: Abraham Liu, Information Officer, EDD The Employment Development Department (EDD) has made it easier for Californians to get helpful information about EDD programs and services from the EDD website…
Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel ‘Babe’ Romualdez meets with delegates at the Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he emphasized the summit as a valuable opportunity to showcase the Philippines’ investment potential…
BUYING land in the Philippines can feel like stepping into a maze — one filled with unfamiliar documents, shifting policies, and legal landmines. And yet, many are drawn to it,…
Full house at the 16th PHILSME Business Conference at SMX Convention Center Pasay City, Philippines – The 16th Philippine SME Business Expo (PHILSME 2025) concluded today at the SMX Convention…
