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DTI sees strong demand for P4-B MSME fund

Trade Secretary Cristina Roque reported strong early demand for the government’s P4-billion financing program for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), signaling growing business confidence and urgent financing needs.

DocTax highlights clarity gap as tax deadline looms

As the April 15 filing deadline approaches, fintech firm OneCFO Group is drawing attention to a persistent hurdle among Filipino taxpayers: turning available tax information into clear, practical guidance.

Citicore boosts capacity with new Pangasinan solar plant

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) has switched on its 125-megawatt-peak solar facility in Pangasinan, lifting its total gross installed capacity to 794MWp and reinforcing the Luzon grid ahead of peak summer demand.

Gov’t can fund initial crisis aid, needs backup

The Philippine government can bankroll its initial response to emerging global shocks using existing funds, but may need congressional support to include a special appropriation if pressures persist, Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan told lawmakers on Monday.

Over 1-M bank accounts hacked as cybercrime shifts to stolen logins

More than one million online banking accounts were compromised in 2025 as cybercriminals shifted tactics toward stealing login credentials and reusing stolen data, according to a new report from Kaspersky. The report shows attackers are moving away from traditional banking malware on computers and instead relying on social engineering schemes and dark web marketplaces, while threats targeting mobile devices continue to rise.

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Gov’t eyes P42B to widen social protection coverage

The government would need about P42 billion over the next three months to expand social protection coverage for vulnerable households, Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said Monday, as policymakers weigh broader support measures amid ongoing economic pressures.

BIR expands VAT-exempt drug coverage to 2,263 medicines

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has released an updated list of value-added tax (VAT)-exempt medicines, expanding coverage to 2,263 drugs under Republic Act No. 10963 or the TRAIN Law and Republic Act No. 11534 or the CREATE Act, in a move aimed at easing healthcare costs for Filipino patients.

BSB Junrose boosts Brembo motorcycle brake access

BSB Junrose Corp. is expanding the availability of Brembo motorcycle brake components in the Philippines, tapping rising demand for premium safety and performance upgrades in the fast-growing motorcycle segment.

Century Pacific balances growth, costs amid market volatility

Century Pacific Food, Inc. delivered steady growth in 2025, leaning on its core branded business to offset softer export demand in a year marked by global uncertainty.
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