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McDonald’s Cebu stores resume operations after quake

Following the 6.9 magnitude earthquake on September 30, McDonald’s Philippines reported that all employees, managers, and customers are safe. The company reaffirmed that the safety of its people remains its top priority.

Inflation seen at 1.9% in September

Headline inflation likely rose to 1.9 percent in September, driven by higher fish and rice prices, following rains and the government’s rice import suspension.

SEC sets fixed three-year term for independent directors

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed a new rule requiring independent directors of publicly-listed companies to serve a fixed three-year term, with no possibility of extension beyond nine years.

Oona introduces dual health plans for Filipino families and expats

Fast-growing insurer Oona Insurance unveiled two flagship health products on October 1 aimed at providing Filipinos with tailor-fit protection both at home and abroad.

PNB, PANELCO III seal retirement fund deal

The Philippine National Bank (PSE: PNB), through its Trust Banking Group, has partnered with Pangasinan III Electric Cooperative (PANELCO III) to establish a retirement program for the cooperative’s 346 employees.

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PhilExport urges MSMEs to turn trade deals into export wins

The Philippines must do more than sign trade deals—it must help smaller businesses turn them into export sales, Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (PhilExport) President Sergio Ortiz-Luis Jr. said.

DA asks Senate to back P198.4-B 2027 budget to protect farmers, secure food

The Department of Agriculture is urging lawmakers to approve its P198.4-billion proposed 2027 budget, noting farmers and fisherfolk now face rising costs, climate risks, and global economic pressures.

DOE stands firm on new coal bidding rules to bolster national energy strategy 

The Department of Energy will proceed with its updated bidding rules for brownfield coal resource areas despite opposition from key industry player Semirara Mining and Power Corp. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin affirmed that the revised terms will apply uniformly to all prospective bidders, as the government seeks to prioritize domestic fuel supply over foreign exports.

Vingroup plans $500M EV plant in Philippines, EVIS role unclear

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said Wednesday that the proposed plant would have an initial annual production capacity of 200,000 units, serving both domestic and export markets. Construction is targeted to begin in the first quarter of 2027, with completion expected within 12 to 18 months.
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