MNL48 is stepping into 2026 with a significant reset, marking a major shift amidst their ongoing evolution. 

The P-pop idol group announced that its operating company has officially changed its name from MNL48 Inc. to P.O.S Inc., on Thursday, January 1, signaling the first confirmed move in what appears to be a broader transition period for the group this year.

The announcement was shared via MNL48’s official site and social media pages, where the group clarified that the update applies solely to its operating company as of now. According to the statement, “P.O.S” stands for “Pearl of the Orient Seas,” a phrase tied to the Philippines and framed as a symbol of renewal and continuity.

Crucially, MNL48 also addressed the question already circulating among fans online: the group name has not changed. The statement explicitly noted that any announcement regarding a possible group name change is scheduled to be made later in January 2026, putting current speculation on pause.

“Please note that the announcement regarding the group name change is scheduled to be made in January 2026,” the statement read.

The timing of the update has naturally drawn attention from fans, many of whom have been closely tracking the group’s next steps after a turbulent few years. Online discussions following the announcement ranged from curiosity to cautious optimism, with supporters parsing every line for clues while reminding one another to wait for official word.

No further announcements have been made by MNL48 or P.O.S Inc. regarding the group’s name, activities, or 2026 roadmap. The shift has begun behind the scenes but the spotlight moment is still coming.

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