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Power bill subsidy registration remains low

The Department of Energy (DOE) said the registration of households under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) qualified to avail of the electricity lifeline rate remains low.

Multiple outages cut power supply in Panay Island

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) on Tuesday acknowledged working to restore power in Panay Island after multiple power plants tripped in the area.

DA chief commits to tame farm product prices over four years

The Department of Agriculture is set to bare next week its strategy to modernize agriculture and boost the farm sector's production capacity and contribution to the domestic economy, especially in improving the lives of farmers and fisherfolk by creating more jobs, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel  Jr. announced on Tuesday.

FDC P10-billion bond sale secures SEC approval

Filinvest Development Corp. the holding firm of the Gotianun group, on Tuesday obtained approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to sell P10 billion worth of bonds.

National Treasury allows higher treasury bill yields at auction

The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) allowed Treasury bill (T-bill) yields to rise at the auction Tuesday, awarding the entire upsized offer at its first fund-raising effort for 2024.

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PCCI bets on growth amid political noise, rising costs

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) remains cautiously optimistic about business prospects despite rising costs, governance concerns and political controversies, urging the government to restore investor confidence and accelerate reforms.

SMX secures third TTG win as MICE footprint expands

SMX Convention Center has secured its third consecutive Philippines’ Best Convention & Exhibition Center title at the 35th TTG Travel Awards, as parent company SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) expands its meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) facilities beyond established business hubs.

Vivant Foundation expands solar projects across Panay communities

Vivant Foundation Inc. (VFI), the corporate social responsibility arm of Cebu-based Vivant Corp., is expanding its flagship Project Liadlaw across Panay Island, broadening the program from school electrification to healthcare, technical-vocational education, and literacy initiatives.

Grab, MOVE IT expand healthcare support for gig workers

Grab Philippines and MOVE IT are expanding healthcare support for gig workers through a partnership with Maxicare, giving eligible driver-, rider-, and delivery-partners access to free, unlimited medical consultations starting November 2026.
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