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Meralco, PNP shut down illegal meter sales in Manila

Meralco and the Philippine National Police (PNP) have shut down an illegal electric meter selling operation in Sta. Cruz, Manila as part of efforts to stop electricity theft.

New cold storage hub promises relief for Bicol farmers

PILI, Camarines Sur — A P500-million cold storage facility being built in Pili is close to opening and is expected to help farmers and...

Trust-based reforms reverse revenue slowdown, lift BIR collections past ₱3.1 trillion

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) closed 2025 with a strong year-end recovery that pushed full-year collections beyond ₱3 trillion, reversing a mid-year slowdown and reinforcing confidence in its shift toward a trust-based tax system.

Philippines courts UAE energy, data capital

The Philippines is courting fresh capital from the United Arab Emirates, sharpening its pitch around energy security and digital infrastructure as talks advance with two heavyweight Emirati groups.

Coal Asia ditches mining, bets big on water

Coal Asia Holdings Inc. is abandoning its coal roots and reinventing itself as a water utilities holding firm in a sweeping corporate reset that has triggered backdoor listing scrutiny from the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE).

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PH gaming revenues tumble as e-games slow 

The Philippine gaming industry posted a nearly 16-percent drop in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the first quarter of 2026 as weaker consumer spending slowed activity in the electronic gaming segment that had driven industry growth in recent years.

Pickup Coffee ramps up franchising expansion

Pickup Coffee is accelerating its nationwide expansion through franchising as the fast-growing local chain targets at least 800 stores by end-2026, underscoring rising demand for affordable and convenient coffee among Filipino consumers.

Green GSM eyes 18,500 EVs for PH

Vietnam-based mobility platform Green GSM is ramping up its Philippine expansion after signing agreements with 75 transport companies and cooperatives for the planned deployment of up to 18,497 VinFast VF 5, Herio Green, and Limo Green electric vehicles across major urban centers nationwide.

US envoy to push PH tech corridor

US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg will visit the Philippines next week as Washington ramps up efforts to deepen economic security and technology ties with Manila under the newly launched Pax Silica initiative.
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