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     Libreng Sakay program to continue with P1.285-B budget

    Commuters are to continue availing of free rides, including on the EDSA Busway system, as P1.285 billion has been provided the government’s Service Contracting...

    Foreign firm to start tests for possible hydrogen power plant in Zamboanga

    A foreign firm is set to conduct technical studies and tests this month for the possible development of a hydrogen power plant in Olutanga...

    URC instant coffee, potato snack items top food brand survey in 2022

    Universal Robina Corporation’s food offerings continue to be among the most chosen brands in the Philippines, according to London-based brand consulting firm Kantar Group. “URC...

    Pasay City cites SM companies among its top taxpayers

    SM group’s various businesses were recognized as top taxpayers in Pasay City in appreciation ceremonies held at Conrad Manila.

    M. Manila power rates up for third consecutive month

    Power rates in Metro Manila will go up for the third consecutive month this January, mainly due to a higher generation charge and the...

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    Fraud costs businesses P4 trillion

    Fraud continues to take a major toll on Philippine businesses, costing companies the equivalent of 6 percent of their annual revenues, or about P4 trillion, over the past year, according to TransUnion’s H2 2025 Top Fraud Trends Report. While slightly below the global average of 7.7 percent, the figure underscores the heavy financial strain fraud places on organizations across the country.

    ERC lowers retail power threshold, eases smart meter rules

    The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has issued new policies aimed at modernizing the country’s power sector and promoting more stable and affordable electricity.

    Gov’t moves to lift hog prices, restore pork tariffs

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) and local hog producers have agreed to set a minimum farmgate price of ₱210 per kilogram for live hogs to help ease the financial strain on farmers.

    EastWest Bank Reports P6.6-Billion Profit in First Nine Months, Driven by Strong Consumer Lending and Digital Growth

    East West Banking Corp. (EastWest) recorded a P6.6-billion net income for the first nine months of the year, up 14 percent from the same period last year, supported by steady core revenue growth. The bank’s return on equity (ROE)stood at 11.6 percent.
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