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Meralco unit completes P15.9 billion SPNEC takeover

MGen Renewable Energy Inc. (MGreen), a unit of the Manila Electric Co., on Monday completed its P15.9 billion investment in SP New Energy Corp. (SPNEC), taking a controlling stake at the solar company.

Yields on treasury bills allowed to rise at auction; P15B offer attracts strong bids

The Bureau of the Treasury continued to allow treasury bill yields to rise at Monday’s auction, with demand for short-term debt paper still strong.

Public sector taps $1.32 billion more loans in 4Q23

The government sector borrowed USD1.32 billion more in medium- to long-term (MLT) funds in the final three months of 2023, which was 66 percent more than that borrowed a year earlier, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported on Monday.

Globe innovation allows for instant connectivity in disaster zones

Globe Telecom has rolled out its latest innovation – CALF or Cellsite At Less Footprint, a  compact solution allowing instant and reliable connectivity in disaster zones, emergencies, and high-demand events. 

PCC green lights PLDT’s Sky Cable purchase for P6.75 billion

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved the sale of Sky Cable Corp.'s broadband business and related assets to PLDT Inc.

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VinFast deploys EV fleet for ASEAN energy meeting 

VinFast is deploying 11 electric vehicles as the official fleet for ASEAN Dialogue Partners at the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM44) in Manila, putting electric mobility on display as the region weighs cleaner and more secure energy systems.

Port holiday raises supply disruption, price concerns

Consumer groups warned Tuesday that the week-long “port holiday” could deepen supply disruptions and add pressure on prices of basic goods, as truckers protest congestion, high fees and mounting losses.

ERC clears BKS Green Energy’s transmission line for Isabela solar facility

Yuchengco-led BKS Green Energy Corp. has obtained official approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to build and operate a dedicated point-to-point transmission system supporting its 33.831-megawatt Limbauan Solar Project Phase 2 in San Pablo, Isabela.

Strong El Niño effects seen worsening in 2027; gov’t steps up preparations

The Philippines is already experiencing a strong El Niño, but its impact could worsen in early 2027 as rainfall declines across more provinces, prompting the government to accelerate preparations for possible drought, water shortages and agricultural losses.
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