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JNEC expands retail reach with La Rose Noire deal

The energy firm Jin Navitas Electric Corp. (JNEC) has been selected as retail electricity supplier for the La Rose Noire’s manufacturing facility in Clark, Pampanga, the companies announced Sunday.

Biofuels delay sparks rift among coconut industry leaders

The proposed suspension of the B4 biodiesel blend rollout, raising the coco methyl ester (CME) content in diesel from 3 percent to 4 percent by October 2025, has triggered mixed reactions among coconut industry stakeholders, underscoring tensions between energy policy goals and economic pressures.

Lexmark taps PLDT iGate for global connectivity boost

PLDT Enterprise has entered a strategic partnership with Lexmark Research and Development Corp. to deliver robust digital infrastructure solutions, underscoring a significant corporate alignment aimed at enhancing global operational efficiency and collaboration.

ERC sets final reserve price structure under latest green auction

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved the final reserve price structure under the fourth round of the Green Energy Auction Program (GEA4), setting the policy framework for the competitive bidding of over 10,000 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity.

SEC clears Aboitiz Power’s P100-B bond shelf program

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Aboitiz Power Corp.’s shelf registration for up to P100 billion in fixed-rate bonds over three years, the company said following the SEC's en banc approval.

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PNB declares ₱1.10 special dividend on top of 20% regular dividend payout

The Philippine National Bank (PNB) announced Friday that its board of directors has approved the declaration of a special cash dividend of ₱1.10 per common share, representing approximately 7% percent of its 2025 net income.

Banks to build releasable capital buffer for crisis lending 

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has approved a new rule (Circular No. 1235) establishing the Positive Neutral Countercyclical Capital Buffer (PN-CCyB), a mechanism designed to support steady lending even during economic stress.

LRTA launches free parking at LRT-2 Legarda Station to cut costs, ease traffic

The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has introduced free parking services at LRT-2 Legarda Station starting May 25, Monday. This move comes as oil prices continue to rise, aiming to persuade private vehicle owners to shift to public transport, bringing clear economic benefits to commuters and the wider community.

President Marcos expands pork imports amid supply shortages  

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 116, increasing the minimum access volume (MAV) for pork imports by 150,000 metric tons to help ease supply shortages and stabilize prices amid the lingering impact of African Swine Fever.
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