Markets flex muscles, test mental ceilings
The Philippine Stock Exchange index has kicked off 2026 with a swagger, finally muscling its way out of the long-suffocating 5,800–6,100 range.
DOE forecasts 10,000 MW by end-2026, promising energy security and green jobs
The Philippines could see its total solar power capacity hit 10,000 megawatts (MW) by the end of 2026, the Department of Energy (DOE) said.
Itogon’s Sangilo mine plans major upgrade to boost output
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will hold a public scoping on January 27, 2026, for the proposed expansion of the Sangilo gold and silver mines in Itogon, Benguet.
Stockbroker cites low inflation, cheap stocks as reasons to stay invested in PH
COL Financial Group Inc. is advising investors to stay invested in the stock market, citing low inflation, easing interest rates, and cheap stock prices despite economic and global headwinds.
MGEN draws line between solar deals
Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGEN) moved to dispel mounting speculation over its renewable energy investments, stressing that its stake in SP New Energy Corp. (SPNEC) has no connection to the solar franchise held by Solar Para Sa Bayan Corp. (SPBC), a company linked to the Leviste group.
