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Higher ancillary service costs lift July transmission rates – NGCP

Electricity consumers will see a small rise in transmission charges on their July 2026 bills, driven mainly by higher ancillary service fees, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced on Wednesday.

PH aims for strategic nickel partnership with Indonesia amid supply shifts

The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) urged the government to accelerate mining permit efficiencies as Indonesia’s upcoming 2026 quota decisions highlight the global need for a more diversified critical minerals supply chain.

Palay outlook brightens as corn forecast softens

The Philippines is on track for a stronger second-quarter rice harvest but faces a slight decline in corn production, reflecting the diverging fortunes of the country's two staple crops as farmers contend with shifting weather conditions and varying field productivity.

New Iloilo facility to boost LPG supply in Visayas

The Department of Energy inaugurated Isla LPG Corporation’s new plant in Leganes, Iloilo, which is set to improve LPG supply security across Panay Island and Western Visayas.

Fintech raffle turns smart money moves into big rewards 

If using Salmon already feels good, it is about to get even better. Following a playful new ad where every financial win brings bursts of confetti for host Sam YG, Salmon is bringing that same excitement straight to its customers with the launch of the Feels Good Raffle.

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Government ramps up super El Niño safeguards  

The government is stepping up preparations for the expected impact of Super El Niño, rolling out measures to protect farms, water supplies, power systems and communities from extreme heat and prolonged drought.

Philippines turns leaner innovation inputs into gains 

The Philippines is punching above its weight in innovation, delivering relatively strong results despite weaker underlying inputs, according to the 2026 Global Innovation Index (GII).

MGen, VITRO seal deal to explore joint data center projects

Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) and PLDT Group’s VITRO REIT Inc. have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly study and build sustainable, power-integrated digital infrastructure across the Philippines, the firms announced Wednesday.

PCTO raises due process, transparency concerns over NTC sanctions on telcos

The Philippine Chamber of Telecommunication Operators (PCTO) has expressed serious concerns over recent sanctions handed down by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) against major telecommunications firms, citing issues with fairness, clarity of standards, and potential impact on service improvements.
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