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    Rice tariff stays at 15% as DA cautions vs inflation risks

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    The Department of Agriculture (DA) is holding off on any rice tariff increases, saying it is not the right time, particularly with the summer harvest nearly concluded. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. emphasized that any move to adjust tariffs must be carefully timed and coordinated with other economic managers.

    Manulife points to policy tailwinds for PH stocks

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    Manulife Investment Management is cautiously optimistic of the Philippine equities market, underpinned by stabilizing macroeconomic indicators and signs of a post-election economic rebound. The investment firm points to aligned first-quarter corporate earnings, falling inflation, and anticipated interest rate cuts by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) as key market drivers.

    AirAsia PH names new chief amid expansion push

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    AirAsia Aviation Group Limited (AAAGL) has named Captain Suresh Bangah as president and general manager of AirAsia Philippines, marking a pivotal leadership shift as the low-cost carrier prepares for a new phase of sustainable and profitable expansion.

    Mixed Fuel Price Adjustments Set for Tuesday: Gasoline Up, Diesel and Kerosene Down

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    The various fuel retailers are rolling out mixed price adjustments for petroleum products starting Tuesday, with a modest increase in gasoline prices offset by cuts for diesel and kerosene.

    Common Station completion targeted for 2027

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    Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon announced Monday that the long-delayed Unified Grand Central Station—also known as the Common Station—is now slated for completion by 2027. The transport hub, in development since 2009, aims to interconnect LRT-1, MRT-3, MRT-7, and the upcoming Metro Manila Subway.
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    SMPC net income falls 37% despite record coal and power output

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    Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) reported a 37 percent drop in net income to P9.9 billion for the first nine months of 2025, down from P15.7 billion in the same period last year, citing lower coal and electricity prices despite record-high production and sales.

    DOE moves to modernize small-scale coal mining

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    The Department of Energy (DOE) is updating the country's small-scale coal \mining (SSCM) program, aiming to make it more structured, transparent, and environmentally responsible. The agency said the draft framework introduces clearer rules on health and safety, labor protection, environmental safeguards, and operational accountability.

    Meralco upgrades Laguna Substation to boost power reliability

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    The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has completed upgrades to its Calamba 230 kV-115 kV substation to improve electricity reliability for parts of Laguna and Batangas.

    PLDT, Smart on alert to keep connectivity amid #TinoPH

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    As Tropical Cyclone Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) brings heavy rains and strong winds to parts of the Philippines, PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. assured customers that their teams are prepared to maintain vital connectivity.
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    Economy seen expanding 5.9% in Q3, driven by consumer spending

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    The economy is expected to have grown by 5.9 percent year-on-year in the third quarter of 2025, faster than the 5.5 percent expansion in the April–June period. The pickup, economists at Moody's Analytics said, is likely fueled by strong household consumption, supported by lower borrowing costs, easing inflation, and steady remittance inflows.
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    SMPC net income falls 37% despite record coal and power output

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    Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) reported a 37 percent drop in net income to P9.9 billion for the first nine months of 2025, down from P15.7 billion in the same period last year, citing lower coal and electricity prices despite record-high production and sales.
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    DOE moves to modernize small-scale coal mining

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    The Department of Energy (DOE) is updating the country's small-scale coal \mining (SSCM) program, aiming to make it more structured, transparent, and environmentally responsible. The agency said the draft framework introduces clearer rules on health and safety, labor protection, environmental safeguards, and operational accountability.
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