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SmarTrade expands trading education program for 2025, partnering with ATFX

SmarTrade, in collaboration with global broker ATFX, is rolling out an expanded trading education program for 2025, aiming to provide enhanced learning opportunities for traders across the Philippines.

Meralco refutes overcharging claims, highlights transparency, regulatory compliance

Manila Electric Company (Meralco) firmly denied recent allegations of overcharging, emphasizing its strict compliance with the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) regulations. 

MIC acquires stake in NGCP, enhancing government influence over power transmission

The Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC) has secured a 20 percent stake in the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) through a binding agreement with Synergy Grid and Development Philippines Inc. (SGP), marking a pivotal step in the country's energy sector.

Tobacco production Up, prices down: NTA forecasts slight growth amid lower demand

The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has projected a modest 0.4 percent increase in the country’s leaf tobacco production for 2025, reaching 45.58 million kilograms, up from 45.4 million kg in 2024.

Phinma Corp. to build affordable housing communities in Davao and Bacolod

Filipino-owned Phinma Corp. announced plans to construct affordable housing communities in Davao and Bacolod, offering low-cost homes with essential facilities.

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Gov’t greenlights $1-M aid to restructure LRT 1 PPP deal

The national government has approved $1‑million in assistance to cover advisory work for planned changes to the concession deal governing operations and maintenance of the LRT‑1 Extension project, a move officials say aims to put the light rail line on firmer financial footing for hundreds of thousands of daily commuters.

MARINA suspends safety certificates after separate Cagayan, Bohol sea incidents 

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has ordered the immediate suspension of safety certificates for two vessels following separate maritime incidents off Cagayan and Bohol last 31 October 2026, a move signalling tighter sea‑safety checks for passengers and sea travellers nationwide.

SEC urges manufacturers to tap capital markets for expansion

For Philippine manufacturers, the next factory may require more than retained earnings and a friendly bank. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is urging them to look beyond traditional financing and prepare to tap the capital markets as they scale up.

Japanese utility eyes solar projects for 10 PEZA locators

A Japanese power utility is sizing up a new Philippine market, and it is starting with something factories cannot do without: electricity.
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