The Philippines: Metro Manila offices and residential towers, Bonifacio Global City and Makati, and the provincial growth centres.
Landco Lifestyle Ventures (LLV) has launched the Philippine Lifestyle Visa, a programme that offers global retirees and digital nomads a government-backed pathway to permanent residency through the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) while providing exclusive access to LLV's portfolio of resort communities. The programme covers properties including The Spinnaker at Club Laiya, The Nautilus at CaSoBe, and The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego. The launch coincides with the Philippines being named the world's No. 1 retirement destination for 2026 by the Expatriate Group.
PNB Holdings Corp. has signed a lease agreement with creative agency RNDMD for office space at PNB Makati Center on Ayala Avenue. The 35,000 sq.m. property is currently 86 per cent leased as the company continues to build occupancy and enhance amenities.
Filinvest Land's Filinvest Innovation Parks in New Clark City and Ciudad de Calamba have become the first industrial properties in the Philippines to receive an A+ rating under the International Finance Corporation's Building Resilience Index. The verified rating covers Ready-Built Factories at both
Megawide Construction Corp., through its subsidiary Megawide Dreamrise Residences, Inc., has topped off two towers at Jab Residences in Dasmariñas, Cavite, under the government’s Expanded 4PH Program. The developer pledged monthly amortisations starting at ₱2,500 and free shuttle services for two ye
The Philippine Stock Exchange is set for a busy period with three initial public offerings, including Mynt Inc., the fintech behind GCash, which could become the bourse's largest-ever listing. Analysts caution that success depends on post-listing performance and whether the IPOs attract fresh capita
MERALCO PowerGen Corp. (MGEN) and VITRO REIT, Inc. have signed an MoU to jointly study data centre developments integrated with renewable energy and power generation. MGEN will identify potential sites and power arrangements, while VITRO will lead design and hyperscaler engagement.
The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Philippines has called for a broader investigation into 'ghost' school projects nationwide, following Commission on Audit findings that 66% of classrooms funded under the Basic Education Facilities Fund were not built. The group also flagged unverified vouche
Property owners in the Philippines can use existing real estate as collateral for the BDO Multipurpose Loan to fund business expansion, investment or working capital needs. The loan offers a Term Loan or Ready Check credit line, with borrowers retaining ownership of their property.
Developers are deferring new project launches as weaker economic growth, higher borrowing costs and geopolitical uncertainty weigh on the market, Colliers Philippines said. Residential and office take-up slowed in the first half, while the economy expanded just 2.3% in the second quarter.
A Brown Co., Inc. (ABCI) is investing about P75 million to acquire an approximately 20% stake in Simple Brown Builders, Inc. (SBBI), a newly formed real estate company. The investment adds to A Brown's existing property business, which includes residential developments in Northern Mindanao, Caraga,
Metro Retail Stores Group plans to develop a three-story retail complex in Ormoc City, Leyte, with groundbreaking targeted for late 2026. The project will house a Metro Supermarket, department store and commercial spaces, creating jobs and supporting local vendors.
Filinvest Land and Pag-IBIG Fund have signed a memorandum of understanding to make homeownership more accessible, offering qualified buyers preferential financing rates, discounts, and other incentives on select developments. The partnership supports the government's Expanded 4PH Program.
Marstek Infinity solar panels, featuring N-Type bifacial double-glass technology with up to 720W output and 23.2% efficiency, are being installed across thousands of homes in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The panels carry a 30-year linear power warranty and a 15-year product warranty, backed by Fortu
Fitch Solutions unit BMI says the Philippines must use its subsea connectivity and secure power supply to compete for hyperscale data centre deployments as neighbouring markets near saturation. The country has 43 MW under construction and 221 MW planned, with a target of 1.5 GW of capacity by 2028.
Ayala Corp. has launched Alagang Ayala, a social infrastructure platform that brings together its healthcare, education, community development and sustainability businesses. The initiative aims to support human capital development while strengthening the group's presence in sectors with sustained de
Suntrust Properties has broken ground on Sonrisa Gardens, a mixed-use vertical community in Barangay San Pedro, Puerto Princesa. The first phase of three mid-rise towers will deliver about 1,445 residential units, 33 commercial spaces and 236 parking spaces within Megaworld-Suntrust’s Baytown Palawa
The IMF has lowered its Philippine GDP growth forecast for 2026 to 3.4% from 3.9%, and for 2027 to 5.1% from 5.5%. The downgrade follows weak second-quarter growth and renewed shocks from the Middle East war, with the protracted property sector slowdown cited as a contributing factor.
Philippine home prices grew just 0.4 per cent year on year in the second quarter, the slowest since the series began in 2019, driven by a first-ever annual decline outside Manila. Condominium prices rose 6 per cent, while house prices fell 4.1 per cent.
AREIT shareholders have approved a P17.3 billion property-for-shares transaction with Ayala Land and its subsidiaries, involving four malls and two hotels. The deal will see ALI subscribe to 462.48 million new AREIT shares at P37.48 each, raising AREIT's assets under management to P177 billion. The
President Donald Trump’s repeated calls for the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to 1% are impractical and would likely trigger global financial dislocation, analysts say. A 3-percentage-point reduction from the current 3.75%-4% range would push Treasury yields higher, weaken the dollar and
Property consultancy Savills Philippines warns that industrial hubs with limited grid capacity risk losing projects to locations with more reliable electricity. Power costs and supply stability are becoming decisive factors for manufacturers and logistics operators, outweighing traditional advantage
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has expressed support for a temporary suspension of increases in real property valuations that could raise tax burdens on property owners. The Department of Finance has begun taking action on the request following Marcos' meeting with the Private Sector Advisory Cou
The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue has released the implementing rules for electronic invoicing, requiring selected taxpayers to issue e-invoices by 31 Dec 2026. Micro taxpayers are exempt, while those in e-commerce, large taxpayers, and users of computerized accounting systems must comply.
NexGen Energy Corp.'s subsidiary Airstream Renewables Corp. has voluntarily relinquished contract areas for two wind power projects in Cavite and Batangas. The move covers the Asisan and Sambong wind farm projects, with the Department of Energy's approval expected in due course.
St. Luke’s Medical Center–Global City has launched a next-generation TrueBeam radiotherapy system with four advanced technologies for more precise, faster cancer treatment. The system can cut radiation exposure to healthy tissue by up to 50 per cent and shorten some procedures from hours to minutes.
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority expects investment approvals to exceed P100 billion this year, driven by interest in New Clark City and projects under the US-led Pax Silica initiative. First-half approvals surged 535 per cent to P49.98 billion, led by aviation and logistics firms expa
Demand for industrial space in the Philippines remained strong in the first half of 2026, led by semiconductor, food and beverage, and FMCG manufacturers. Supply expanded with 230 hectares of new developments, while modern warehouse rents rose 8% and vacancy improved to 13.1%.
IT-BPM companies continue to account for most office requirements in the Philippines, while non-BPO occupiers such as government offices and local banks are relocating to newer buildings. JLL Philippines notes that lower rents make such moves more attractive, and that improving real estate transpare
Ayala Land is constructing a seawater reverse osmosis facility at its Lio Estate in El Nido, Palawan, to provide up to 500 cubic metres of potable water daily from August 2027. The plant will diversify water sources and support new projects including the Balai Adlao Expansion, Sitio Aplaya and a wat
The Philippine Department of Education will roll out a digital safety campaign for students, teachers and parents following a school shooting on Friday at Banga National High School that killed three and wounded eight. Education Secretary Sonny Angara said the initiative covers safe chatting, cyberb
Astoria Hotels and Resorts is promoting its events venues in Pasig City and Puerto Princesa, Palawan, for MICE and social gatherings. The Chardonnay Events Hall in Pasig offers function rooms for up to 512 guests, while the Mangrove Conference & Convention Center in Palawan provides eco-friendly spa
Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) shares fell for the week ended 18 Sept as broader property sector weakness outweighed positive company-specific news, including the Market! Market! lease extension and additional share purchases by parent Ayala Corp. The stock closed at P15 apiece, down 0.4% from the previous
STARLUX Airlines projects triple-digit passenger growth in 2026, up from 75% the prior year, driven by aircraft expansion and route upgrades in the Philippines. The carrier sees no demand impact from rising fuel surcharges, which the CAB recently raised to Level 14.
SEC Chairperson Francisco Ed. Lim urged financial executives to introduce companies to the capital market earlier, as the Philippines lags regional peers with 279 listed firms and no IPOs in 2026. He called on FINEX members to help entrepreneurs view the capital market as a growth platform.
Nearly three in 10 hotel rooms projected to open by 2026 were cancelled, according to a report by PHOA and LPC. The country's accommodation pipeline has expanded to 45,884 room keys across 213 projects backed by P387 billion in committed capital through 2032.
The Commission on Audit found a P31-billion discrepancy between NIA's general ledger and physical inventory, and P22.8 billion in assets lacking property records. Deficiencies also left 45,783.9 hectares of farmland without operational irrigation, with 63 contracts worth P7.7 billion damaged or defi
The Philippines is projected to be Southeast Asia's second fastest-growing major economy, with average annual GDP growth of 5.8% from 2026 to 2035, according to a Bain & Company, DBS Group Holdings and Vriens & Partners report. Only Vietnam, at 6.2%, is expected to grow faster among the six major re
Alternergy Holdings Corp. plans to raise P2 billion through its maiden green fixed-rate notes issue in the Philippine debt capital market. Proceeds will support pre-development of projects awarded under the government's fourth Green Energy Auction.
The government has fully secured the station-area right-of-way for the NAIA Terminal 3 station of the Metro Manila Subway Project, clearing a key requirement for construction. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced the milestone at the groundbreaking for Contract Package 109, which covers the u
The Financial Stability Coordination Council is taking preemptive steps to cushion the Philippine financial system against shocks from the Middle East war and volatile global markets. Measures include stricter oversight of nonbank lenders and enhanced risk monitoring, even as banks' property exposur
Federal Land has inaugurated Aki Tower, the third of four towers at The Seasons Residences in Bonifacio Global City, and is considering another development in Cebu. Chairman Alfred V. Ty said the company is taking a gradual approach to new projects amid existing inventory and a slow market recovery.
Analysts warn Pag-IBIG Fund's housing loan growth could slow as government shelter agencies face deep budget cuts in the 2027 National Expenditure Program. The slowdown follows a surge in releases driven by promotional rates, which analysts say cannot be sustained indefinitely.
Xiaomi Corp. launched the REDMI Note 17 Series in the Philippines on Tuesday, featuring four models with large batteries and enhanced durability. Prices start at P14,999 for the base REDMI Note 17, with early bird discounts available until Oct. 1.
House of Investments Inc. posted a 27% rise in 2025 consolidated net income to P3.6 billion, driven by its financial services and school businesses. The Yuchengco-led holding company plans to expand recurring income across insurance, education, energy, and property.
Aboitiz Construction and Spain's ACCIONA have formed a joint venture, ACCIONA Facility Management Philippines, to provide integrated facilities management services. The venture targets the pharmaceutical, industrial, corporate and transport sectors, combining local expertise with global capabilities
Damosa Land Inc. aims to complete its multi-building socialized housing project in Davao City within two to three years, with land development under way. The developer also reported progress across its Southern Mindanao portfolio, including Agria township, Kahi Estates and Bridgeport Park.
Property developers in the Philippines continue to build socialized housing despite government price ceilings limiting profitability, driven by regulatory compliance and lower-cost provincial projects. Analysts say cheaper land outside Metro Manila and partnerships with local governments help make t
Aboitiz Equity Ventures has expanded its LIMA Estate in Batangas from 384 hectares to approximately 1,100 hectares, attracting over P128.9 billion in investment and supporting 75,000 jobs. The company is building integrated ecosystems that combine infrastructure, energy, industrial development, educ
AstraZeneca Philippines and Ayala Healthcare Holdings Inc. have signed a partnership to strengthen clinical trial capabilities and expand patient access to innovative therapies. The agreement combines AstraZeneca's global research expertise with AC Health's hospital network and its subsidiary Health
Analysts expect Philippine banks to maintain subdued real estate exposure for the remainder of 2026 as tighter economic conditions dampen developer sentiment and property demand. BSP data shows the real estate exposure ratio fell to 18.72% at end-June, the lowest in nearly seven years, though total
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