^
AUTHORS
Louella Desiderio
Louella Desiderio
  • Articles
  • Authors
Vingroup to invest $500 million for EV production in Philiipines
by Louella Desiderio - October 23, 2026 - 12:00am
Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup plans to invest $500 million in a flagship electric vehicle manufacturing facility in the Philippines.
PEZA investments hit P310 billion in 10 months, beating 2026 goal
by Louella Desiderio - October 23, 2026 - 12:00am
Investments approved by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority from January to October hit P310 billion, surpassing the agency’s full-year target and placing the agency on track to set a new record.
No price hike on basic goods until December 31
by Louella Desiderio - October 23, 2026 - 12:00am
 Prices of basic goods will hold steady until the end of the year, following commitments made by manufacturers with the Department of Trade and Industry.
Vehicle sales slip 6%, but xEVs zoom in September
by Louella Desiderio - October 21, 2026 - 12:00am
Vehicle sales declined by six percent in September, but electrified vehicles continued to move against the current as sales quadrupled year-on-year.
Prices of candles, basic goods stable ahead of Undas
by Louella Desiderio - October 21, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Trade and Industry said prices of candles and other basic goods are stable ahead of the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.
JTI names new GM, steps up fight vs illicit tobacco trade
by Louella Desiderio - October 20, 2026 - 12:00am
Tobacco company JTI Philippines has welcomed Alan Jackson as its new general manager, who will lead the firm’s push for further growth and fight against illicit trade.
MDBs pledge timely support amid headwinds
by Louella Desiderio - October 19, 2026 - 12:00am
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) are ready to provide support to developing countries in dealing with shocks amid global uncertainty, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Mitsubishi open to boosting HEV production, joining RACE
by Louella Desiderio - October 19, 2026 - 12:00am
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) may spend more than the planned P7 billion investment for hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) production under the EV Incentive Strategy (EVIS), even as it keeps the door open...
MBC hopes impeachment trial over by year-end
by Louella Desiderio - October 19, 2026 - 12:00am
Business group Makati Business Club (MBC) has expressed support for concluding the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte within the year to allow the Senate to thoroughly review the budget that will support...
DTI: No need for price freeze on bottled water
by Louella Desiderio - October 16, 2026 - 12:00am
 A price freeze on bottled water is not necessary for now as prices remain stable, Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Roque said yesterday.
PCC slaps P1.76 billion fine on 2022 onion cartel
by Louella Desiderio - October 16, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippine Competition Commission  has imposed a record fine of P1.76 billion on six firms whose activities as an onion cartel sent retail prices soaring to as high as P800 a kilo in 2022.
Business group pushes reforms in 10 priority areas
by Louella Desiderio - October 15, 2026 - 12:00am
The country’s largest business organization is pushing for reforms in 10 priority areas to attract investments and create domestic value and benefits that reach communities beyond major corridors.
Toyota eyes bigger bet on Tamaraw
by Louella Desiderio - October 14, 2026 - 12:00am
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp.  is ready to make additional investments for the next-generation Tamaraw as it plans to participate in the government’s Revitalizing the Automotive Industry for Competitiveness...
Philippines generates record-high sales at China-ASEAN Expo
by Louella Desiderio - October 13, 2026 - 12:00am
As tensions spiked between Manila and Beijing over disputed waters, a different scene unfolded on the trade front as the Philippines generated its highest sales ever from its recent participation at the China-Association...
ADB ready to help Philippines deal with El Niño
by Louella Desiderio - October 12, 2026 - 12:00am
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is ready to provide assistance to the Philippines in dealing with the El Niño’s effects.
Philippines on track to hit 6.4 million tourist arrivals target
by Louella Desiderio - October 12, 2026 - 12:00am
Tourist arrivals may hit the 6.4 million target this year, supported by travel demand in the fourth quarter, according to the Department of Tourism (DOT).
Government aims to finalize EVIS rules this month
by Louella Desiderio - October 11, 2026 - 12:00am
After missing its September target, the government is aiming to finalize the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy implementing rules and regulations by the end of the month, the Department of Trade and Indu...
P6.43 trillion green lane investments approved
by Louella Desiderio - October 11, 2026 - 12:00am
The Board of Investments has granted green lane status to P6.43 trillion worth of investments for faster permit processing.
Electronics demand to drive exports to $100 billion
by Louella Desiderio - October 11, 2026 - 12:00am
Philippine exports of goods may reach the $100-billion mark this year, supported by demand for electronic products, according to the country’s umbrella group of exporters.
PEZA sees record investment approvals this year
by Louella Desiderio - October 10, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) expects investment approvals to hit an all-time high this year, given four big-ticket projects in the pipeline.
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ... | 427 | 428 | 429 | 430 | 431
Are you sure you want to log out?
X
Login

Philstar.com is one of the most vibrant, opinionated, discerning communities of readers on cyberspace. With your meaningful insights, help shape the stories that can shape the country. Sign up now!

Get Updated:

Signup for the News Round now

FORGOT PASSWORD?
SIGN IN
or sign in with