Meralco posts slight profit growth in Q1 2026 despite lower energy sales

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) reported a modest 2 percent increase in core net income for the first quarter of 2026, reaching P11.4 billion from P11.17 billion in the same period last year.

SMPC plans “sustainable mine strategy” as Semirara coal contract nears expiry

Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) says it is preparing a sustainable mining plan as it seeks to continue operating the Semirara coal resource in Antique, even as the government moves ahead with a bidding process for the site.

Gasoline, diesel prices up; kerosene down

Motorists will see mixed fuel price changes this week, with gasoline and diesel prices going up slightly, while kerosene continues to get cheaper.

Airports in Eastern Samar Operational After 6.1 Quake — CAAP

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said Monday that all airports in Eastern Samar and nearby areas remain open and safe after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake on May 4.

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Meralco posts slight profit growth in Q1 2026 despite lower energy sales

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) reported a modest 2 percent increase in core net income for the first quarter of 2026, reaching P11.4 billion from P11.17 billion in the same period last year.

SMPC plans “sustainable mine strategy” as Semirara coal contract nears expiry

Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) says it is preparing a sustainable mining plan as it seeks to continue operating the Semirara coal resource in Antique, even as the government moves ahead with a bidding process for the site.

Gasoline, diesel prices up; kerosene down

Motorists will see mixed fuel price changes this week, with gasoline and diesel prices going up slightly, while kerosene continues to get cheaper.

Airports in Eastern Samar Operational After 6.1 Quake — CAAP

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said Monday that all airports in Eastern Samar and nearby areas remain open and safe after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake on May 4.

A. Brown secures investment grade for maiden bonds

A Brown Company, Inc. has secured an investment-grade credit rating ahead of its planned maiden bond issuance, signaling market confidence as it taps debt markets to fund expansion across real estate and renewable energy.

Consunji says cement firm on track to return to profit

The Consunji family said its cement company, Concreat Holdings Philippines Inc., is on track to recover from losses and aims to become profitable within three years.

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Meralco posts slight profit growth in Q1 2026 despite lower energy sales

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) reported a modest 2 percent increase in core net income for the first quarter of 2026, reaching P11.4 billion from P11.17 billion in the same period last year.

SMPC plans “sustainable mine strategy” as Semirara coal contract nears expiry

Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) says it is preparing a sustainable mining plan as it seeks to continue operating the Semirara coal resource in Antique, even as the government moves ahead with a bidding process for the site.

Gasoline, diesel prices up; kerosene down

Motorists will see mixed fuel price changes this week, with gasoline and diesel prices going up slightly, while kerosene continues to get cheaper.

Airports in Eastern Samar Operational After 6.1 Quake — CAAP

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said Monday that all airports in Eastern Samar and nearby areas remain open and safe after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake on May 4.
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Meralco posts slight profit growth in Q1 2026 despite lower energy sales

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) reported a modest 2 percent increase in core net income for the first quarter of 2026, reaching P11.4 billion from P11.17 billion in the same period last year.

SMPC plans “sustainable mine strategy” as Semirara coal contract nears expiry

Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) says it is preparing a sustainable mining plan as it seeks to continue operating the Semirara coal resource in Antique, even as the government moves ahead with a bidding process for the site.

Gasoline, diesel prices up; kerosene down

Motorists will see mixed fuel price changes this week, with gasoline and diesel prices going up slightly, while kerosene continues to get cheaper.

Airports in Eastern Samar Operational After 6.1 Quake — CAAP

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said Monday that all airports in Eastern Samar and nearby areas remain open and safe after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake on May 4.

A. Brown secures investment grade for maiden bonds

A Brown Company, Inc. has secured an investment-grade credit rating ahead of its planned maiden bond issuance, signaling market confidence as it taps debt markets to fund expansion across real estate and renewable energy.

Consunji says cement firm on track to return to profit

The Consunji family said its cement company, Concreat Holdings Philippines Inc., is on track to recover from losses and aims to become profitable within three years.

T-bill yields rise as inflation pressure builds

Average rates on Treasury bills climbed at Monday’s auction as investors demanded higher returns, adjusting to expectations of further monetary tightening by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas amid rising inflation pressures.

ICTSI posts 23% rise in Q1 2026 net income

The International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) reported a 23 percent increase in net income for the first quarter of 2026, driven by higher operating income and stronger port activity.

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Motorists can drive a newly opened stretch of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) free of charge for one month starting May 5, as the government rolls out immediate relief from congestion and rising travel costs.

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SMPC plans “sustainable mine strategy” as Semirara coal contract nears expiry

Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) says it is preparing a sustainable mining plan as it seeks to continue operating the Semirara coal resource in Antique, even as the government moves ahead with a bidding process for the site.

Gasoline, diesel prices up; kerosene down

Motorists will see mixed fuel price changes this week, with gasoline and diesel prices going up slightly, while kerosene continues to get cheaper.

Airports in Eastern Samar Operational After 6.1 Quake — CAAP

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said Monday that all airports in Eastern Samar and nearby areas remain open and safe after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake on May 4.

A. Brown secures investment grade for maiden bonds

A Brown Company, Inc. has secured an investment-grade credit rating ahead of its planned maiden bond issuance, signaling market confidence as it taps debt markets to fund expansion across real estate and renewable energy.

Consunji says cement firm on track to return to profit

The Consunji family said its cement company, Concreat Holdings Philippines Inc., is on track to recover from losses and aims to become profitable within three years.