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BTr raises ₱300B in landmark 10-year FXTN offering

The Bureau of the Treasury's (BTr) inaugural 10-year benchmark fixed-rate Treasury notes (FXTNs) has successfully raised ₱300 billion from a diverse base of institutional investors.

‘Innovative’ Makati Life Medical Center ready to serve Filipinos

Makati Life Medical Center (MLMC) is set to open its doors by May 8, 2025 and begin offering Filipinos its "innovative public-private partnership" system...

NFA buffer stock rises as rice harvest peaks

The National Food Authority (NFA) has significantly increased its rice buffer stock, now equivalent of 7.56 million 50-kilo bags of milled rice, as the summer harvest reaches its peak.

BOC seizes P83.7M worth of smuggled cigarettes in Bulacan warehouse

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has seized approximately P83.7 million worth of smuggled cigarettes from a warehouse in Bocaue, Bulacan, highlighting the agency’s commitment to combating illegal trade.

Meralco launches nuclear energy program

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has launched its Nuclear Energy Strategic Transition (NEST) program at the Giga Summit 2025, signaling a major step toward integrating nuclear power into the country's energy sector.

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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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