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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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PNB posts higher Q1 profit on loan growth, steady income

The Philippine National Bank (PNB) reported a net income of ₱6.37 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 5 percent from a year ago, driven by steady growth in its core businesses.

Manila hosts trilateral push for Luzon Corridor

Manila is set to host a milestone for regional economic cooperation as the fourth Steering Committee Meeting of the Luzon Economic Corridor convenes in May 2026, gathering senior officials from the Philippines, the US, and Japan to accelerate implementation of the flagship initiative.

Real-time fixes redefine trust in Aboitiz business

In a post-crisis digital economy, customers are no longer swayed by brand promises alone—they’re watching how businesses respond in real time when something goes wrong. The new trust metric isn’t messaging but momentum.

Peso slides, stocks stall as caution builds

Philippine financial markets are in a consolidation phase, with the peso and equities under pressure as tighter monetary conditions and inflation concerns weigh on sentiment.
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