Corporate

Brokerage firm Unicapital Securities Inc. has introduced UTrade WealthBasket, a new automated investing product that provides professionally managed stock portfolios.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended its reduced fees for securities registration for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) until December 31, 2026, to encourage businesses to raise funds through the capital market.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has been named among the Top 3 Most Improved Government Agencies by the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA). The recognition was given during the Ease of Doing Business Month culminating activity, honoring agencies that delivered faster, more efficient and citizen-centered services from 2024 to 2025.

Manila Water has finished three major facility improvement projects as part of its effort to strengthen water supply services amid El Niño and climate challenges. The completed works include upgrades at Balara Treatment Plant, surge protection at Siruna Pumping Station, and rehabilitation of Daang Hari Reservoir. These projects boost safety, system reliability and operational efficiency.

PLDT Enterprise reported total revenues of ₱12.4 billion for the first quarter of 2026, marking a 4 percent increase compared to the same period last year.