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First Gen flags control clause in Prime Infra deal

First Gen Corp., the power generation arm of the Lopez Group, said its definitive agreements with Prime Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (Prime Infra) include change-of-management control provisions that could trigger discounted asset sales, worth a total P23.5 billion, if leadership conditions are not met during a defined period.

Lopez Holdings profit jumps on power, one-off gains

Lopez Holdings Corp., the listed investment holding company of the Lopez Group, nearly doubled its earnings in 2025, buoyed by strong core businesses and a pair of strategic deals that delivered a timely boost to the bottom line.

Basic Energy rolls out electric transport ecosystem push

Basic Energy Corp. has launched an electric mobility initiative aimed at easing the public transport sector’s long-running exposure to volatile fuel prices, signaling a broader shift toward integrated, low-carbon transport solutions.

Lopez Inc majority seeks audit amid investment questions

The majority bloc of Lopez, Inc., led by Eugenio Lopez III, has called for an audit of the privately-held family holding firm’s books, escalating tensions over recent high-value transactions involving key energy assets.

Lopez rift deepens over First Gen deal with Prime Infra

A long-simmering family dispute at Lopez Inc. has erupted into a full-blown governance battle, after shareholders aligned with Eugenio Gabriel “Gabby” Lopez III voted to remove Federico “Piki” Lopez as president and chief executive officer of the privately-held investment holding company, citing a breakdown in trust tied to undisclosed multibillion-peso transactions.

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Metrobank closes select Metro Manila branches for ASEAN Summit special non‑working days

Several Metrobank branches across Metro Manila will be closed November 16‑18, 2026, in line with Malacañang’s declaration of special non‑working days for the 49th ASEAN Summit, the bank announced.

San Miguel keeps core income steady in nine month results amid economic pressures

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) maintained flat year‑on‑year core income for the first nine months of 2026 despite rising interest and input costs, showing the resilience of the Philippine conglomerate’s diversified portfolio.

Mendoza takes helm at BOC

Former Bureau of Internal Revenue chief Charlito Martin R. Mendoza took over the Bureau of Customs on Friday, pledging to strengthen border protection and revenue collection while easing the movement of legitimate trade.

AC Health expands Valenzuela partnership to early childhood care

AC Health is extending its healthcare partnership with Valenzuela City beyond hospitals and dialysis services to address a critical but often overlooked part of public health: identifying developmental difficulties in children early enough to make a difference.

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