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    Higher generation charge push February power rates up; FIT-All collection resumes  

    The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) on Thursday announced an upward adjustment of P0.5738 per kWh in the February electricity rate. This brings the overall rate for a typical household to P11.9168 per kWh this month from P11.3430 per kWh in January.

    Globe changes dividend policy; may declare up to 90% of core profit

    Globe Telecom Inc. said it widened the range of prior year’s core net income that it could declare as dividend to shareholders, signaling a significant reduction in capital expenditure spending in the coming years.

    Manila Water eyes completion of testing for P8.2B Rizal project by May

    Manila Water Co. Inc. said the P8.2-billion Calawis water supply system project (WSSP) is seen rounding the testing phase by May this year.

    Industrial production gains back some of the strength lost in recent months

    Industrial production in the Philippines, which measures the performance of the various industrial units such as manufacturing, mining and others, rose 2 percent in volume terms in December. In value terms, industrial production grew 2.6 percent.

    Twice as much depositors use Maya Bank app in 2023

    Maya Bank Inc., the fintech arm of PLDT Inc., on Tuesday reported doubling its depositors to 3 million last year, its deposits totaling P25 billion or 69 percent more than previous. 

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    PSAC urges stronger funding for Philippines startups 

    The Private Sector Advisory Council is raising a clear warning. In a recent meeting with the Department of Trade and Industry, PSAC said the Philippine startup scene is slipping behind Southeast Asian peers, not for lack of ideas but for lack of capital that actually moves.

    BCDA weighs new Market!Market! lease amid transit-oriented development 

    The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is evaluating the possible renewal of Ayala Land’s lease over Market!Market! ahead of its 2027 expiration, as plans for a large-scale, transit-oriented development (TOD) in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) gain momentum alongside the Metro Manila Subway Project.

    Wilmar Philippines switches to geothermal power in major decarbonization move

    Wilmar Edible Oils Philippines Inc. has taken a major step toward cutting its carbon emissions by shifting to geothermal energy for its operations, marking a key milestone in its decarbonization efforts.

    SCTEX fast-tracks interchanges to drive regional growth

    The Subic–Clark–Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) is moving closer to full operational efficiency as long-delayed interchange projects and service upgrades gain traction, strengthening its role as a critical logistics and mobility backbone for Central and Northern Luzon.

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