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NTA steps in to resolve tobacco pricing, grading issues

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The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has ordered its branch offices to quickly arrange talks between tobacco farmers and buyers whenever disputes arise, especially on grading and pricing.

DA links Mindoro farmers to institutional buyers for direct sales

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The Department of Agriculture (DA) said at least eight institutional buyers are interested in directly purchasing agricultural products, particularly red onions, from farmers in Mindoro.

CDC drops fuel fee, eases Clark cost pressures

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The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has suspended its fuel royalty fee and rolled out support measures to cushion the impact of rising fuel costs on more than 1,300 locators and an estimated 150,000 workers in the Clark Freeport Zone.

T-bill yields mixed at auction; government debt up in February

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Yields on Treasury bills were mixed at Monday’s auction, as strong investor demand built up over the past two weeks pulled down rates for shorter-dated securities, while longer tenors edged higher despite selective bid rejections, underscoring lingering uncertainty in the market.

Alibaba introduces powerful Qwen 3.6-Plus AI that can code, see and act

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Alibaba has launched Qwen3.6-Plus, the newest version of its flagship AI model, with major upgrades in coding and visual understanding.
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Central bank bars five unregistered money changers to protect consumers 

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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has denied central bank registration to five entities found operating as money service businesses without prior authorization. Under strict regulatory measures, the Monetary Board declared the five establishments disqualified from registering or legally operating in the country.

ASEAN Summit 2026: flight adjustments & traffic delays expected – what you need to know 

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With the 49th ASEAN Summit set for November 16–18, 2026, the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) is advising the public and airlines to brace for possible flight schedule changes, airport adjustments, and heavier traffic around key areas.

BPI marks 175-year milestone with proposed ₱5-Billion sustainable bond issuance 

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The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is set to expand its sustainability efforts and mark a major milestone in its corporate history with a proposed ₱5-billion bond offering. Dubbed the BPI SIBOL Bonds, this issuance serves as the third tranche under the bank’s broader ₱200-billion bond and commercial paper program, with an option to increase the offer size based on demand.

Global financial leaders gather in Manila to tackle growing climate risks 

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In a historic move, top central bankers, climate scientists, and business leaders from around the globe converged at the Philippine International Convention Center on October 19, 2026, for the first-ever Green Swan Conference held outside Switzerland.
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