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ERC clears P1.05-B transmission project for 145-MW solar farm

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved Northern Palawan Power Generation Corp.’s plan to build and operate a P1.05-billion point-to-point transmission line for its 145-megawatt Cawag solar project in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone.

DOE eyes ports ready for offshore wind by 2027

The Department of Energy (DOE) says two of three priority ports identified for offshore wind (OSW) development could be ready for use by early 2027.

DOTr extends train services for Christmas season rush

The Department of Transportation announced Monday that the LRT-2 will extend its operating hours from December 9 to 30 to accommodate late-night commuters during the holiday rush, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to keep rail lines open longer this Christmas season. 

Gasoline prices to rise by P1.20 per liter on Tuesday

Motorists will pay more for gasoline starting Tuesday, as major fuel retailers raise pump prices by P1.20 per liter.

SEC proposes tiered public ownership rules for IPOs

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is proposing a new tiered system for minimum public ownership (MPO) requirements for companies planning to go public.

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The money dances tinikling

Now you see the money. Now you don’t. And if Senator-Judge Vicente “Tito” Sotto III has the metaphor right, the money does not exactly disappear. It dances.

Foreign exchange buffer dips to $100 billion as gold prices and debt payments weigh down reserves 

The country’s cushion against global financial instability narrowed at the end of September 2026, with the nation's foreign exchange reserves slipping to $100 billion.

Meralco balances energy security with clean transition

Manila Electric Co., the country’s largest power distributor by sales with a renewable energy portfolio, is betting that the Philippines’ energy transition will require more than a rapid shift to renewables—it will demand a careful balancing act between decarbonization, power reliability, and affordability.

Bloomberry taps creators to expand online gaming

Bloomberry Resorts Corp. is moving further into creator-led digital entertainment with the launch of OnlyFun.PH, a platform that combines livestreaming, real-time audience interaction and regulated online gaming.
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