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WB approves record $1.02B Philippine energy, water loan

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The World Bank Group has approved a record USD1.02-billion financing package for the Philippines, backing reforms aimed at lowering electricity costs, strengthening water security and accelerating the country's transition to cleaner energy.

Philippines targets 3 sectors for jobs boom

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The Philippine government is pinning its next employment surge on three high-growth industries—business process outsourcing (BPO), semiconductors, and renewable energy, said Finance Secretary Frederick Go.

World Bank cuts Philippine growth forecast as global risks rise

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The World Bank expects Philippine economic growth to slow to 3.7 percent in 2026, down from 4.4 percent in 2025, according to its East Asia and Pacific (EAP) outlook released on April 8.

World Bank $1B financing targets Philippine farm transformation

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At least five million Filipino farmers are poised to benefit from a USD1-billion World Bank financing package aimed at accelerating a nationwide shift toward higher productivity, diversification, and climate resilience—an overhaul long seen as critical to stabilizing food supply and rural incomes.

World Bank backs Philippines reform agenda with $800M loan

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The World Bank has approved an USD800-million financing package for the Philippines aimed at strengthening fiscal resilience, improving the business climate and equipping Filipino workers with skills needed for higher-quality jobs.
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NLEX steps up flood measures

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Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. is deploying temporary flood barriers, siphoning trucks and additional pumps along NLEX in Tulaoc, San Simon, Pampanga, after severe flooding caused hours-long traffic. Concrete barriers will cover about 300 meters in each direction to limit water entering the expressway. MPTC said pumping alone cannot clear the highway while surrounding areas remain flooded. The company also plans to further elevate the Tulaoc roadway once the bridge is raised, while coordinating with government agencies on longer-term flood-control solutions.

Fuel prices drop: diesel, kerosene down over ₱3 per liter — relief for businesses, households

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Major local fuel firms will roll back prices starting Tuesday, September 1, with diesel and kerosene falling by more than ₱3 per liter after two consecutive weeks of increases.

Subic airport eyed for e-commerce cargo hub 

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The Bureau of Customs is preparing Subic Bay International Airport as a potential alternative gateway for e-commerce shipments, opening another route for time-sensitive cargo and expanding Subic’s role in the country’s logistics network.

SB Equities trims Ayala Land income forecast, cuts price target on higher costs 

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SB Equities Inc., the research and brokerage arm of Security Bank Corp., has lowered its income projections for property developer Ayala Land Inc. after the firm raised its outlook for operating expenses.

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