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M. Manila power rates up for third consecutive month

Power rates in Metro Manila will go up for the third consecutive month this January, mainly due to a higher generation charge and the...

DA revives advisory groups to monitor poultry, livestock volume and price

The Department of Agriculture's (DA) re-composition of a price and volume watch committee and advisory groups for livestock and poultry is a good start...

7M Metro Manila residents unaware of free septic tank desludging services

The Regulatory Office (RO) of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) laments the number of Metro Manila residents remaining unaware that a good portion of their monthly water bill includes the desludging of septic tanks free of charge.

Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

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BSP sees elevated inflation shaping 2027 budget

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas expects inflation to remain elevated in 2027, with the government adopting a 4 percent to 5 percent inflation assumption in crafting the proposed national budget amid continued global and domestic price risks.

Secretary Go says 2027 budget to prioritize fiscal discipline

Finance Secretary Frederick Go said the government’s 2027 budget will prioritize fiscal discipline and higher-impact spending as the administration works to sustain economic growth while reducing the deficit and managing debt levels.

MAP raises tax concerns as BIR pursues reforms

The Management Association of the Philippines has flagged tax administration issues with the Bureau of Internal Revenue, prompting the agency to explore further reforms aimed at making compliance simpler, more predictable, and more responsive to businesses.

Aboitiz eyes P7B LIMA investment as office demand grows 

Aboitiz Economic Estates is preparing to invest about P7 billion in LIMA Estate in Batangas as sustained demand for office space drives the expansion of its commercial business district.
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