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SSI acquires 99.4% of Rustan Marketing for P232.1M

Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SSI Group, Inc., has acquired 99.4 percent of Rustan Marketing Corp. (RMK), one of the Philippines' largest wholesale distributors of renowned global brands.

Megawide begins P1.1B Carbon Market Block-2 Project

Megawide Construction Corp. has announced the commencement of its engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) unit's work on Block-2 of the ongoing Carbon Market redevelopment in Cebu.

LRT-1 fare hike justified as necessary for maintenance and expansion

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said the fare rate increase for Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) set for 2 April is essential for maintaining the operational viability of the rail line and supporting its long-term upgrades, including the recently completed Cavite extension under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contract.

New guidelines aim to sooth range anxiety among EV owners

The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced new regulatory initiatives and public consultations aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) across the country.

FDC boosts capex to P24B, eyes 20% growth

Filinvest Development Corp. (FDC), the holding firm of the Gotianun family, has committed P24 billion as capital expenditure (capex) for 2025, marking a 20 percent increase from the P20 billion spent last year.

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Megawide posts strong Q1 earnings amid crisis

Megawide Construction Corp. posted a consolidated net income of P265 million in the first three months of 2026, an increase of 26 percent from the year-earlier period amid the onset of the Middle East crisis.

Global Ferronickel profits surge amid nickel tightness

Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc. posted sharply higher first-quarter earnings as stronger nickel ore prices and increased shipment volumes boosted profitability despite rising operating costs.

Paraguay eyes free trade deal with Philippines

Paraguay is seeking closer economic ties with the Philippines, including a potential free trade agreement (FTA), as the South American nation positions itself as a gateway to a regional market of roughly 300 million people, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said.

Thai firm’s coconut plant spurs jobs, exports

A new large-scale coconut processing facility by Thailand-based Thai World Group is set to bolster the Philippines’ role as a major global supplier of value-added coconut products, while generating employment and investment in Northern Mindanao.
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