The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a second round of public consultations on its draft memorandum circular overhauling the country’s public offering regulatory framework, aiming to boost efficiency, broaden market access, and streamline rules for debt securities.
Alliance Global Group, Inc. (AGI) has formalized a partnership with First Gen Group to transition the power supply of its major properties and facilities across the country to renewable energy, marking a key step in the conglomerate’s sustainability and climate goals.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is accelerating the expansion and modernization of major airports nationwide, a policy drive designed to accommodate larger aircraft, raise passenger volumes, and bring down airfares for travelers and commuters.
A prayer rally opposing the proposed joint venture between South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative (SOCOTECO II) and IGNITE Power drew only about 2,000 participants on Saturday, indicating limited resistance to the partnership.
Philippine exports are poised to sustain double-digit growth this year and outperform government forecasts despite higher US tariffs and other external challenges, supported by strong first-half shipments and a broader mix of products and markets.
Housing regulations designed to speed up project development may instead squeeze developers’ cash flow and further slow housing production, according to Chamber of Real Estate and Builders’ Associations (CREBA) National Chairman Noel Cariño.
Time-sensitive industries, led by semiconductors and electronics, welcomed the normalization of cargo operations at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), after congestion threatened production schedules, jobs, and revenues.
The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) is urging Filipinos and travel agencies to practice truthful and responsible travel, warning that the misuse of tourist visas could lead to tighter requirements and greater immigration scrutiny for legitimate travelers.