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DA sets rules for importing 250,000 metric tons of fish

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has released guidelines for the importation of up to 250,000 metric tons of frozen fish and aquatic products to help ensure enough supply in the country.

SM Silangan warehouses fully leased on logistics boom

SM Prime Holdings Inc., the listed property development arm of the Sy Group, said its commercial property arm has fully leased its Silangan warehouse complex in Laguna, reflecting rising demand for logistics space as e-commerce activity expands and manufacturers strengthen supply chains.

GSIS to offer solar panel loans for gov’t workers

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will soon launch a loan program to help government employees install solar panels in their homes.

Young farmers to compete in national agribusiness challenge in Iloilo

The Department of Agriculture (DA) will hold the Young Farmers Challenge Season 5 National Competition, Business Conference, and Awarding Ceremony in Iloilo City, highlighting innovative agribusiness ideas from young Filipinos.

Semirara Mining profit falls as coal, power prices cool

Semirara Mining and Power Corp., the energy arm of the Consunji Group, saw profits tumble in 2025 as softer coal and electricity prices offset record production and power sales, underscoring the impact of easing energy markets after the commodity surge of recent years.

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Gov’t greenlights $1-M aid to restructure LRT 1 PPP deal

The national government has approved $1‑million in assistance to cover advisory work for planned changes to the concession deal governing operations and maintenance of the LRT‑1 Extension project, a move officials say aims to put the light rail line on firmer financial footing for hundreds of thousands of daily commuters.

MARINA suspends safety certificates after separate Cagayan, Bohol sea incidents 

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has ordered the immediate suspension of safety certificates for two vessels following separate maritime incidents off Cagayan and Bohol last 31 October 2026, a move signalling tighter sea‑safety checks for passengers and sea travellers nationwide.

SEC urges manufacturers to tap capital markets for expansion

For Philippine manufacturers, the next factory may require more than retained earnings and a friendly bank. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is urging them to look beyond traditional financing and prepare to tap the capital markets as they scale up.

Japanese utility eyes solar projects for 10 PEZA locators

A Japanese power utility is sizing up a new Philippine market, and it is starting with something factories cannot do without: electricity.
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