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Meralco lines up massive spending for future projects

Power giant Manila Electric Co. is revving up for a historic spending cycle, lining up P272.2 billion in capital expenditures to modernize its grid, harden infrastructure, and keep pace with the country’s swelling power demand.

Pag-IBIG windfall powers homes, dividends

State-run housing lender Pag-IBIG Fund booked a near 50 percent jump in investment income in 2025, fortifying its balance sheet and sharpening its capacity to bankroll affordable homes.

Maya weighs dual PH, US listing to raise growth funds

Financial technology firm Maya is considering listing its shares in both the Philippines and the United States as it looks to raise fresh capital to support expansion.

DOE chief backs private sector lead in 2026 coal bid round

Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Sharon Garin said she prefers private firms to take the lead in the government’s upcoming coal resource bidding, stressing that state-run companies should not compete with the private sector unless necessary.

Meralco posts record P50.57B profit on strong generation growth

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) reported a record net income of P50.57 billion in 2025, up 9 percent from P46.47 billion in 2024, driven by stronger contributions from its power distribution and generation businesses.

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Economist pushes lower corn tariffs nationwide 

A leading economist is calling for a flat 5 percent tariff on corn imports, saying the move could temper food inflation and expand access to affordable protein as global risks mount.

DA moves to protect food supply as fertilizer costs soar

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is taking steps to secure fertilizer supplies as rising oil prices threaten farm production later this year.

Gov’t checks market prices, ensures food supply stability

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspected the Agora Market in San Juan City on Wednesday, joining officials from the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to monitor food prices and supply.

GCash launches international money transfer feature

GCash has introduced a new service that allows users to send money directly from their e-wallet to bank accounts, cards, and other e-wallets in 16 countries.
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