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DTI reaffirmed its commitment to supporting economic growth while "balancing consumer protection, innovation, and a competitive business environment".

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) clarified that it is not pursuing, implementing, or adopting the drafted Department Administrative Order (DAO) on a pre-clearance regulatory regime for advertising materials. 📸: DTI

The agency assured the public and business community that the internal draft does not reflect current policy direction and will neither be finalized nor enforced.

LOOK: Furniture atelier Genteelhome partners with fashion designer Patty Ang in its Her Unfolding collection. Her Unfolding is the second lineup from Genteelhome’s Sibol series. It features five limited-edition mirrors with an Ombre Pattina wood finish. | @bworldph

Taal Vista Hotel has opened its Presidential Villa and unveiled newly renovated rooms as part of its ongoing property upgrades. zurl.co/ikxi1

OPINION | All about that grid By Monalisa C. Dimalanta Read: zurl.co/JvuoC

The US Embassy in the Philippines encouraged more students to explore higher education opportunities in America, following a 50% increase in the Filipino student population in the country. zurl.co/PudJF

Promoting someone from within, whether the person comes from the same organization or within the group of companies is an excellent idea. zurl.co/HtykK

A low-pressure area (LPA) is expected to bring rains over large parts of the country on Friday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). zurl.co/t9Jf0

OPINION | No permit, no charger By Marvin Tort Read: zurl.co/meRbR

Global Ferronickel Holdings, Inc. posted a sharp increase in first-quarter earnings, driven by higher nickel ore prices and increased shipment volumes from its Palawan operations. zurl.co/eEKwS

These affordable solutions eliminate the need for expensive equipment, allowing small retail stores and growing ventures to transition seamlessly into the digital economy.

Through this strategic partnership with the Philippine SME Business Network, G4B introduces accessible, tech-driven tools like GCash EasyPOS and GCash SoundPay Plus to MSMEs.

Spotlight | GCash for Business supports the 18th Philippine Business Expo as a Platinum Sponsor to accelerate digital adoption among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

ROBINSONS Logistix and Industrials, Inc. and Asian Infrastructure Holdings Corp. have broken ground on a build-to-suit logistics facility for FedEx Corp. in Pampanga. zurl.co/jHD0P

The Philippine Peso closed at P61.69 against the US dollar on Friday, May 22, 2026. Visit bworldonline.com for the latest news and updates.

Alliance Global Group, Inc. posted a 5% rise in first-quarter attributable net income to P5.2 billion, driven by growth in its property, hospitality, leasing, and spirits businesses. zurl.co/Gx8X2

MEGAWIDE Construction Corp. posted a 24% increase in first-quarter (Q1) attributable net income to P265.35 million, driven by strong results from its real estate operations and sustained performance from its construction segment. zurl.co/dHlSc

The DoH on Friday clarified that the country’s new HIV cases in the first quarter of 2026 actually declined by 9% compared with the same period last year, correcting a recent surveillance report that indicated an increase.|@bworldph

@bworldph “Nitong Marso 2026, bumaba ang naitalang bagong kaso sa 4,633 sa unang quarter ng taon, kumpara sa 5,101 noong kaparehong panahon ng 2025 [In March 2026, recorded new cases fell to 4,633 in the first quarter, compared with 5,101 in the same period in 2025],” it added.|@bworldph