SM Investments Corporation announced a 31% increase in dividends to PHP17 per share for 2026, up from PHP13 in 2025, reflecting robust cash generation and ongoing investment in long-term growth. Total dividends rose to PHP20.7 billion from PHP16.0 billion the previous year, marking the fifth consecutive annual dividend increase. The company, with strong recurring income from retail, banking, and property sectors, aims to balance capital returns with reinvestment while maintaining a strong balance sheet. Shareholders on record by May 14, 2026, will receive payments on May 28, 2026.
Batmobile Racing, partnered with Fasoul and Lightec, secured a double victory in the Pro class at the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia held at Fuji Speedway. Drivers William Tregurtha and Jonathan Cecotto led the races with their Lamborghini Huracán Sup...
Pepeto, a new Ethereum-based cryptocurrency, is about to debut on Binance after raising $10.37 million in its presale, signaling strong investor interest. The project offers a fully built DeFi platform, addressing utility gaps that Cardano has strugg...
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating whether Swatch Group raised prices on watches and jewelry due to tariffs imposed under the Trump administration and failed to refund customers after the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated those tariffs in February 20...
Milestone Pharmaceuticals announced it granted 288,000 stock options to six new employees as an inducement to join the company. The options have an exercise price of $1.32 per share, matching the closing price on July 1, 2026, and will vest over four...
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating Hermès for allegedly raising prices on luxury goods due to tariffs imposed during 2025 and not refunding customers after the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated those tariffs in February 2026. The investigation focuse...
