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Hog output declined in 1Q, nudging pork prices higher

The Philippines’ hog production declined in the first quarter, pushing farmgate prices to a record high. 

BSP eyes further rate cuts on positive inflation outlook

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is considering further interest rate cuts as inflation in the Philippines remains within the target range, signaling a potential shift to a more accommodative monetary policy to bolster investment and economic growth.

InLife acquires 100% of Generali PH

Insular Life (InLife), the country's largest Filipino-owned life insurance company, has completed its acquisition of 100 percent of Generali Life Assurance Philippines (Generali), marking a major corporate milestone in the country’s insurance industry.

Converge taps AI analytics to decode customer behavior

Broadband giant Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is ramping up its digital transformation by integrating AI-powered analytics into its operations, a strategic move aimed at deepening customer insight and accelerating product development.

SM Investments tops governance rankings for 10th time

SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments), the flagship of the SM group, again solidified its leadership in corporate governance, being named the top Philippine company in the 15th Annual Institutional Investor Poll by Hong Kong-based Alpha Southeast Asia magazine.

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BFAR steps up help for local salt farmers as imports dominate market

Government fisheries authorities are pushing for more support and safeguards for Filipino salt makers, as most of the salt used in the country comes from abroad.

Filinvest launches P1-B solar plant in Misamis Oriental, a first-of-its-kind project in PH

The Filinvest Group has launched its first large-scale solar power facility — a 20.774-megawatt installation in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental — with over P1 billion in investment. Developed by subsidiary FDC Green Energy Corp., the ground-mounted plant sits inside the PHIVIDEC Industrial Estate, a key economic zone with ideal terrain and access to power infrastructure.

DA expands P20-per-Kg rice program in Kalinga, rolls out ₱285-M farm support

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has expanded its P20 per kilogram rice program in Kalinga province, while releasing about ₱285 million in additional agricultural aid for local farmers this year. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. led the launch activities in Tabuk City, which included facility inspections, farmer dialogues, and distribution of support covering rice, corn, livestock, high-value crops, and local development projects.

PNOC checks Batangas facilities ahead of state-procures LPG arrival

The Philippine National Oil Co. (PNOC) inspected LPG storage and port facilities in Calaca, Batangas over the weekend to confirm they are ready to receive, store, and safely handle 21,000 metric tons of government-procured LPG. This supply, sourced from the United States and transiting through Singapore, is due to arrive by the end of May.
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