DOE launches one-stop permit hub for LPG stakeholders in Palawan
The Department of Energy (DOE) is rolling out a one-stop-shop permitting process for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) stakeholders in Palawan from 11 to 15 August, allowing same-day issuance of License to Operate (LTO) and Certificate of Compliance (COC) for applicants with complete requirements.
DigiPlus joins PSE Index, replacing Bloomberry in benchmark shake-up
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is set to join the Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) on 18 August, replacing Bloomberry Resorts Corp., according to an announcement by the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE).
PLDT reports sharp decline in cable theft
PLDT Inc. announced a 43 percent drop in cable theft and vandalism-related incidents in 1H 2025 compared to the same period last year, along with a 36 percent reduction in apprehended suspects. The telco attributed the decline to enhanced security strategies, including preemptive theft deterrence and tighter coordination with law enforcement, local governments, and national agencies such as the CICC and NTSC.
DA bans import of cattle, buffalo from France, Italy due to LSD outbreaks
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has imposed a temporary ban on the importation of live cattle and buffalo, as well as their products and by-products, from France and Italy following confirmed outbreaks of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD).
RLC 2Q profit up 7 percent to ₱3.4B on broad-based growth
Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), the property arm of the Gokongwei Group, posted a 7 percent rise in net income to ₱3.4 billion in the second quarter of 2025, up from ₱3.18 billion year-on-year. The increase was driven by resilient performance across its investment and development portfolios, along with disciplined financial management.
