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PCCI pushes Senate to fast-track energy incentives

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) is urging the Senate to accelerate the passage of an energy policy package centered on expanded fiscal incentives and faster domestic oil and gas exploration.

SRA distributes P27M farm equipment to boost sugar industry

The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) has distributed ₱27 million worth of farm machinery to several sugarcane groups to improve productivity and support the local sugar industry.

Kayana, Trusting Social launch AI credit score to expand lending access

Kayana, a venture under the MVP Group, has partnered with Trusting Social Philippines to introduce an AI-powered alternative credit scoring system aimed at helping more Filipinos access loans.

BSP adjusts office hours to cut energy use

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has adjusted the onsite working hours of some offices to help reduce energy use.

Cojuangco pushes nuclear energy bill amid rising fuel costs

A senior lawmaker is urging immediate action to adopt nuclear energy, warning that the Philippines can no longer afford to rely on volatile global fuel markets.

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DA, PhilSA ink 5-year satellite tech deal for agriculture

The Department of Agriculture (DA) and Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) formalized a five-year partnership Tuesday to deploy Earth observation, geospatial tools, and AI for strengthening agriculture, fisheries, disaster response, and climate resilience. The collaboration uses satellite data to speed up damage detection, improve irrigation planning, and shield food production from floods, droughts, and other risks.

ABS-CBN to cut jobs amid industry headwinds 

Media giant ABS-CBN Corp. is set to lay off approximately 200 employees, representing roughly 7 percent of its total workforce, as it continues to grapple with persistent challenges in the content and advertising sectors.

DOE clears way for fuel tax suspension amid sharp price spikes, assures supply sufficiency

The Department of Energy has formally certified that the one-month average price of Dubai crude oil has surpassed the $80-per-barrel threshold set by Republic Act 12316, triggering the process to consider suspending or reducing fuel excise taxes. From August 13 to September 11, 2026, the benchmark averaged $99.41 per barrel.

GCash parent Mynt prepares record-breaking ₱92-billion stock market debut

Mynt Inc., the fintech giant behind the widely used GCash app, is set to launch a historic initial public offering expected to reach roughly ₱92 billion. If finalized, the transaction will mark the largest fundraising event in the history of the Philippine Stock Exchange.
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