Corporate
Aboitiz Power profit leaps 41% on higher energy prices, new clean energy assets
Aboitiz Power Corporation reported a 41 percent increase in core net income for the first six months of 2026, reaching P18 billion compared to P12.8 billion recorded in the same period last year. The company shared these figures in a disclosure filed with the Philippine Stock Exchange on Wednesday.
Meralco first half net income rises 3.8% to P26.5 billion even as energy sales edge lower
The Manila Electric Company, or Meralco, reported a 3.8 percent increase in its consolidated core net income for the first six months of 2026, reaching P26.5 billion from the P25.5 billion recorded in the same period last year. The company shared these figures at a briefing held on Wednesday, noting the growth came even as overall energy sales saw a slight decline.
SEC rolls out rules for structured warrants
The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally introduced structured warrants as a new financial product in the Philippine market. At the agency’s en banc meeting on July 23, SEC director Ela R. Xavier-Padilla announced the approval of a memorandum circular setting out the rules and regulations for the registration and trading of structured warrants.
Tim Ho Wan to double Taiwan stores by 2030
Tim Ho Wan, the dim sum brand owned by the Jollibee Group, has unveiled a four-year growth strategy for Taiwan that will see its store network expand from 16 locations to 32 by the year 2030
Salmon Finance gets Silver Global Client Protection Certification
Salmon Finance has earned the Silver Level Client Protection Certification under international Cerise+SPTF standards, following an independent review by MicroFinanza Rating.
