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    Carmen’s Best expands fresh dairy reach nationwide

    Carmen’s Best, the homegrown dairy darling best known for its rich, creamy ice cream, is churning out growth in all directions—now with farms and facilities stretching from Luzon to Mindanao.

    DOE cancels NAC geothermal contract over missed milestones

    The Department of Energy (DOE) has formally terminated the Geothermal Renewable Energy Service Contract for the Montelago project in Oriental Mindoro, citing the failure of Mindoro Geothermal Power Corp. (MGPC) to meet key development milestones.

    NGCP cuts transmission rates for the September billing

    The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has reduced its overall average transmission rate by 1.23 percent for the September 2025 billing period, which will reflect in customers' October bills. The rate now stands at P1.3998 per kilowatt hour (kWh), down from P1.4171/kWh in August.

    PH eyes gains from ASEAN energy cooperation

    The Department of Energy (DOE) expressed optimism that the Philippines stands to benefit from strengthened regional collaboration in the energy sector, as the country actively participates in the ongoing ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) in Malaysia.

    SmarTrade strengthens push for financial literacy with digital learning initiatives

    In a bid to broaden access to financial education, SmarTrade has launched new digital initiatives aimed at equipping Filipinos—particularly young professionals and aspiring traders—with essential knowledge in finance and online trading.

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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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