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Rule change seen boosting solar and energy storage projects

The Philippine Solar and Storage Energy Alliance (PSSEA) said the policy changes the government has adopted will help speed up the country’s renewable energy development, especially for solar power and battery storage systems.

Gov’t moves to tighten fishing safety rules, protect fishers

The Philippines is working to strengthen rules that protect Filipino fishers while keeping the local fishing industry competitive.

Ayala Land boosts recurring revenues with Arca South mall

Ayala Land is deepening its push into stable, recurring income streams with the opening of Ayala Malls Arca South, a 100,000-square-meter retail hub set to anchor long-term commercial activity in its emerging Arca South estate.

LT Group to keep P6B–P8B spending plan, but reviews it amid global risks

LT Group Inc., the holding company of tycoon Lucio Tan’s businesses, said it will keep its planned capital spending for the year at P6 billion up to P8 billion, but is reviewing the plan due to uncertainty linked to the conflict in the Middle East.

Globe At Home offers free internet speed boost amid rising costs and energy concerns

Globe At Home is giving its customers a free internet speed upgrade of up to 1Gbps as part of its effort to help Filipino households cope with rising living costs and the ongoing energy situation.

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Peso slide to P63 vs USD, spur costs, inflation risks

The peso’s slide beyond P63 against the US dollar is threatening to drive up Philippine manufacturing costs and fuel inflation, raising concerns as businesses brace for stronger Christmas-season demand.

Jollibee bags Advertiser of the Year, wins 10 SMARTIES 

Jollibee Philippines emerged as Advertiser of the Year at the SMARTIES Philippines 2026 Awards, taking home 10 honors for campaigns that combine artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics and creativity to drive consumer engagement and business impact.

DTI assured stable prices, supplies ahead of Christmas

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has urged consumers to avoid panic-buying and hoarding, assuring the public that supplies of basic goods remain adequate and prices stable ahead of Christmas and the anticipated Super El Niño.

DMCI Power’s ₱3-B Palawan coal plant set for November public review

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) has scheduled a public scoping hearing on November 9, 2026, for DMCI Power Corporation’s proposed 15-megawatt coal-biomass power plant in Narra, Palawan, valued at P3 billion.
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