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NGCP sees risks to grid stability from overdependence on intermittent RE
THE National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) said excessive reliance on \"intermittent\" renewable power sources could result in power interruptions if not properly managed.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Capitall Solar Spikers in full building mode, acquire 8 new players
THE Capitall Solar Spikers are in full rebuild mode.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Customs collection falls short of full-year target
THE BUREAU of Customs (BoC) on Wednesday said revenue collections rose to P934.4 billion in 2025 but missed its P958.7-billion fullyear target, amid a rice import ban and weak import volumes.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
NUSTAR Online launches Wish Upon a NUSTAR holiday wish-granting initiative
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, NUSTAR Online is staying true to its commitment to uplift lives by launching Wish Upon a NUSTAR, a holiday initiative designed to listen to and fulfill the quiet wishes of Filipinos across the country.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
A pause, not a full stop
In late 2025, amid growing concerns about corruption allegations against certain government agencies, the attention shifted to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), as several Senators expressed serious concerns regarding its use of Letters of Authority (LoAs) and Mission Orders (MOs).
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Global coconut oil, banana prices up in 2025
GLOBAL PRICES of coconut oil and bananas, which constitute a significant fraction of the Philippines' agricultural exports, increased in 2025, according to the World Bank.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Health dep't to issue new rules for medical assistance program
THE Department of Health (DoH) expects to complete guidelines for the Medical Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFIP) program by late January or February, with the new rules to take effect immediately upon issuance, Health Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa said on Wednesday.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
SEC warns public vs unregistered platforms
THE SECURITIES and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued advisories against HFM-HF Markets and Exness Global Ltd., warning investors that both platforms operate without the required license in the Philippines.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Soft inflation, weak economy leave room for further easing
THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) still has space for further easing this year as inflation remains subdued and as weak investor sentiment due to a wide-ranging graft scandal could persist, leading to a prolonged economic fallout.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Peso slides to fresh record low of P59.355 per dollar
THE PESO fell to a fresh record low against the dollar on Wednesday amid dovish signals from the Philippine central bank.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
HONOR X9d 5G set for PHL launch on Jan. 9
HONOR PHILIPPINES is set to launch its latest mid-range smartphone, the HONOR X9d 5G, in the country on Friday (Jan. 9.)
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
ACEN eyes 2027 start for Palauig solar farm in Zambales province
GIGA ACE 8, INC., a unit of ACEN Corp., plans to begin commercial operations of its P26-billion expansion of the Palauig solar farm in Zambales province in northern Philippines in the first quarter of 2027, according to a filing with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
ODA talks for farm bridge project targeted to conclude by March
THE Department of Agriculture (DA) said it hopes to complete negotiations with France for 350 million euros in official development assistance (ODA) within the first quarter.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Jobless rate up despite holiday hiring
THE Philippines' unemployment rate unexpectedly rose year on year in November 2025 despite the start of the holiday hiring season, as bad weather and job losses in key industries outweighed the usual fourth-quarter lift, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
NG debt inches up to record-high P17.65T
THE PHILIPPINES' total outstanding debt inched up to a fresh high of P17.65 trillion as of end-November, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Dollar edges up as focus shifts to data
THE DOLLAR hugged tight ranges on Wednesday ahead of a slew of US economic data that could set the tone for the US Federal Reserve's rate outlook, a factor traders consider more consequential for currencies than ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
US stocks rise as chips jump; Dow at record high
US STOCKS ended higher on Tuesday, as chip stocks surged on renewed artificial intelligence (AI) optimism, Moderna rallied and the Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a record high.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Taking action on vaping
What began years ago as a technological promise, a tool for smoking cessation, has become a serious cause for concern across the region.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
PCC clears logistics JV of Ayala and EMIF II
THE Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved the proposed joint venture (JV) between Ayala Corp.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Spot power prices rise in Dec. as supply margins thin in Visayas, Mindanao
AVERAGE power rates on the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) rose in December due to thinning supply margins in the Visayas and Mindanao, according to the Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP).
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Just can’t teach old dogs new tricks
It behooves business and civil society to constantly tighten the screws on the government, which has proven sensitive to public opinion provided that such pressure is considerable and sustained.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Crude oil prices fall as investors weigh global supply forecast against Venezuelan queries
Oil prices fell on Tuesday as the market weighed expectations of ample global supply this year against uncertainty around Venezuelan crude output after the US capture of Nicolás Maduro, the South American country's leader.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Aboitiz Foods marks year-end with regional community impact
ENDING THE YEAR with purpose, regional agribusiness player Aboitiz Foods reinforces its mission of sustainably feeding Asia’s growth from mill to meal through a series of community initiatives across the Philippines and China. Anchored on its brand promise, “Together we nourish the future,” the company’s year-end outreach programs reflect its belief that sustainable growth is built on shared progress.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
How to cook the perfect pasta — we used particle accelerators and reactors to discover the key
WHETHER you prefer your spaghetti al dente or soothingly soft, it can be difficult to achieve perfection at home.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
2GO bets on freight, express delivery for 2026
2GO GROUP, INC. is counting on freight, express delivery and e-commerce logistics to drive growth this year, as rising online activity lifts demand for faster and more reliable transport services across the Philippines.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Nestlé recalls infant formula batches over contamination risk
Nestlé said it was recalling some batches of its infant nutrition products, including SMA, BEBA and NAN formulas, mostly in Europe, due to possible contamination with a toxin that can cause nausea and vomiting.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Trump announces plan to sell Venezuelan oil as US signals it is in talks with Caracas
President Donald J. Trump on Tuesday unveiled a plan to refine and sell up to 50 million barrels of Venezuelan oil that had been stuck in Venezuela under US blockade, in a further sign that Washington is coordinating with the Venezuelan government since capturing President Nicolas Maduro.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Global regulators softening bank capital rules
Seventeen years on from the global financial crisis, regulators are cutting red tape for their banks in a bid to keep lenders competitive and stimulate their economies.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
10 major players in the Philippine electricity sector
I saw BusinessWorld Top 1000 Corporations in the Philippines 2025 edition yesterday, and I quickly checked some numbers.
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January 08, 2026
Business World Philippines
Boulevard Holdings posts 17% December sales gain
LISTED hotel and resort developer Boulevard Holdings, Inc.'s (BHI) consolidated sales rose 16.9% in December, driven by the strong performance of its luxury resort in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro.
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