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7M Metro Manila residents unaware of free septic tank desludging services

The Regulatory Office (RO) of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) laments the number of Metro Manila residents remaining unaware that a good portion of their monthly water bill includes the desludging of septic tanks free of charge.

Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

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Oil prices surge amid Hormuz power struggle

Oil markets jolted higher Thursday as geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalated, with Iran and the US both asserting control over one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.

Franchising seen resilient despite slower 2026 growth

Franchising in the Philippines is emerging as a strategic bright spot in 2026, even as industry expansion cools alongside a moderating economy, according to the Philippine Franchise Association.

DENZA targets PH SUV market with electrified duo

DENZA Philippines is stepping up its assault on the country’s crowded spirts utility vehicle (SUV) segment, rolling out two electrified models—the B5 and B8—in a bid to challenge gasoline-powered incumbents and capture a slice of the fast-growing market.

BSP declares end to rate cuts, signals steady borrowing costs ahead

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has signaled that its interest rate easing cycle has come to an end, with Governor Eli Remolona saying the latest 25-basis-point adjustment will likely be the last.
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