SMPC questions highest-bid rule in Semirara coal mine auction

GMA Network - Oct 14, 2026

Consunji-led Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) has criticized what it described as a sudden change in the bidding rules for the Semirara Island coal mines, saying the new guidelines prioritize the highest financial offer over technical capability and mining experience.

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MANILA, Philippines — Net foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to the Philippines rose to a six-month high in July, though investor sentiment remained subdued amid economic uncertainties at home and abroad. Latest data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed FDI inflows outpaced outflows by $689 million during the month, the highest since January’s net

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Oct 14, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is expected to post narrower dollar deficits this year and in 2027 than previously forecast, as stronger exports fueled by the global artificial intelligence boom bolster foreign exchange inflows, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said. The central bank projected a balance of payments (BoP) deficit of $9.2 billion by year-end,

NTC says draft rules won’t disrupt used phone market

Oct 14, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos will still be allowed to buy and sell their personal used mobile devices without securing government permits under proposed regulations covering the commercial trade of refurbished phones, the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) clarified. On Tuesday, the regulator said its draft rules on the importation and sale of refurbished mobile devices would

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Oct 14, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against investing in Maharlika Play, an unregistered platform offering returns of up to 333 percent in 45 days through a scheme supposedly financing high-stakes gaming. In an advisory, the regulator said Maharlika Play had neither SEC registration as a corporation, partnership or

Are buybacks always good for shareholders?

Oct 14, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — Stock buybacks have become more visible at the Philippine Stock Exchange in recent months as share prices have weakened. When companies announce buybacks, one common reason they cite is that their share price has fallen far below what management believes is its intrinsic value. For investors, this can sound like a positive signal

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Oct 14, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. is bringing its Tamaraw back into the public transport market, this time as a modernized jeepney, building on the utility vehicle’s earlier popularity as a platform for UV Express services. Unveiled on Tuesday, the Tamaraw’s modern public utility vehicle (PUV) variant is the latest addition to its growing range

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Oct 14, 2026

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Oct 14, 2026

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