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    Copper cable heist foiled in Makati

    A joint operation by PLDT Inc. and the Makati City Police led to the arrest of six individuals attempting to steal nearly two tons of underground copper cables along Kalayaan Avenue, Barangay Olympia.

    GSIS opens emergency loans for Davao quake victims

    The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has opened emergency loan applications for members and pensioners in Davao Oriental affected by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake. Applications will be accepted until December 14, 2025.

    Mindanao transport project to begin construction in 2027

    The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced that construction of the ₱37-billion Mindanao Transport Connectivity Improvement Project (MTCIP) is expected to begin in 2027.

    Mimecast names Douglas CCRO

    Mimecast, a global leader in cybersecurity focused on securing human risk, has appointed Graham Douglas as its new chief customer & revenue officer (CCRO). The move consolidates leadership over customer success, sales, and go-to-market operations under one role, signaling a sharpened focus on integrated global growth and customer value delivery.

    ASEAN growth outlook in focus amid global shifts, say experts at Security Bank forum

    Global trade tensions and shifting U.S. policies are reshaping growth opportunities in ASEAN, including the Philippines, according to speakers at the 15th Security Bank Economic Forum held this week.

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    New gas reservoir marks turning point for PH energy

    The Department of Energy (DOE) said Tuesday it is closely monitoring two active drilling sites in Palawan’s Malampaya natural gas field. Initial results from the wells are expected by the end of the quarter.

    ACEN plans over P80 billion capex in 2026 to expand power portfolio

    ACEN Corp. will spend more than ₱80 billion in capital expenditures (capex) in 2026 as it aims to grow its total power generation capacity to over 8,000 megawatts (MW), covering both operational and under-construction projects by year-end.

    CREC advances plans for wind power projects 

    Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) is moving forward with two wind power projects in partnership with foreign firm Levanta Renewables.

    PSEi could hit 7,000 this year, experts say

    The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) may climb back to the 7,000-point level in 2026, a milestone seen as catching up with regional markets. Investment and Capital Corporation of the Philippines (ICCP) CEO Manny Ocampo said lower interest rates should boost consumer spending, which in turn supports overall market sentiment.
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