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Rate adjustments allow MPIC greater access to bank funds

Metro Pacific Investments Corp. reported easier funding access for its various infrastructure projects following the approval of tariff adjustments affecting the various government-regulated endeavors.

GCash sets micro entrepreneur financial tools release early next year

GCash, the mobile wallet of Globe Telecom Inc. is planning to roll out new business solutions to help online sellers and small food and beverage (F&B) owners to manage their operations efficiently. 

Buoyant global trade, Christmas-related spending boost port handling activities – PPA

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) on Monday projected cargo traffic to further expand on the back of improving global trade and on Christmas holiday-related spending.

DA wants to boost coconut industry productivity to benefit millions of farmers

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is looking at massive coconut planting and replanting to boost production of a sector that accounts for more than a third of the country’s agricultural exports and source of livelihood for millions of Filipinos.

Prisoners to reap benefits of joint DA and DOJ Project

The pilot technology demonstration farms developed by inmates at the Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm (IPPF) in Palawan will be ready for harvest next month, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said.

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Meralco strengthens earthquake readiness via full-scale drills

When the ground shakes, readiness cannot remain on paper. For Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), preparedness means putting plans, people, technology, and partnerships through their paces—before a real emergency does.

Philippines export streak hits 35-year high momentum

The Philippines’ export boom is showing signs of staying power, with merchandise shipments climbing 27.8 percent in August to USD9.11 billion—the highest monthly level in 35 years, the Department of Trade and Industry said.

SMPC rightsizes workforce; seawater inflows curb Acacia mine operations

Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) is adjusting its workforce as persistent and rising seawater ingress restricts activity at its Acacia mine, with flows now overwhelming existing pumping capacity.

Blu Girls’ Asian Games medal wait continues

The Philippine Blu Girls will have to wait a little longer for their first Asian Games softball medal after Chinese Taipei turned Saturday's bronze-medal match into a three-inning rout.
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