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loilo City welcomes “bolanteros” to sell in newly revamped public markets

Iloilo City is making room for a little extra hustle and bustle for various retailers each Tuesday, which is designated market day.

PH foreign obligations position eases slightly in late 2025

The country’s financial position with the rest of the world improved modestly at the end of 2025, as the country’s net external liability narrowed to US$50.8 billion, down from US$52.1 billion in the previous quarter.

Makati court denies GMA bid to stop SEC rule on director term limits

A Makati court has rejected GMA Network Inc.’s request to temporarily stop a new rule from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that limits how long independent directors can serve in publicly listed companies.

CREC powers Negros solar farm before peak demand

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) has energized its 69-megawatt peak (MWp) Citicore Solar Negros Occidental 2 facility, boosting capacity in the Visayas grid ahead of the anticipated summer demand surge.

Manila Water assures steady supply during Holy Week

Manila Water Company said customers in the East Zone will continue to receive reliable water service throughout Holy Week, even as demand rises due to the summer season.

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MAP calls zero EDSA Busway budget inexplicable

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has called the proposed zero budget for the EDSA Busway “inexplicable,” warning that underfunding one of Metro Manila’s busiest mass transit systems could worsen congestion and raise costs for commuters and businesses.

Top Line names Jane Gocuan chief investment officer

Top Line Business Development Corp. has appointed veteran banking executive Jane K. Gocuan as chief investment officer, effective September 18, as the company expands its focus on investment-related activities and business development.

PH seeks US tariff relief as forced labor review looms

The Philippines is looking to the US for a positive response to measures Manila has taken to address forced labor concerns, as bilateral talks continue over additional tariffs on Philippine exports.

Gov’t launches world’s first sex-sorting buffalo semen lab

The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) have inaugurated the world’s first laboratory fully dedicated to sex-sorting buffalo semen, marking a major policy and infrastructure milestone to strengthen domestic food security, cut import dependence, and build a self-sustaining local dairy sector.
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