Consumer Optimism High for 2026 as Business Confidence Falls
BSP surveys reveal Filipino households remain positive about the 2026 economy, planning more spending, while businesses turn cautious. Dive into the data on inflation, peso, and hiring.
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NGCP Seeks Unbundling of Transmission Charges
NGCP urges regulators to separate transmission charges, aiming to clarify electricity bills for Filipino consumers. Learn how this move could reveal the true cost drivers.
Japan's November Trade Surplus Hits $2 Billion
Japan recorded a 322.3 billion yen trade surplus in November as exports rose 6.1%. This strengthens expectations for a Bank of Japan interest rate increase. Read the full analysis.
NGCP Calls for Unbundling of Transmission Charges
NGCP reiterates its call to separate transmission charges, helping Filipino consumers understand their electricity bills. Average rate for November 2025 is P1.3547/kWh.
Davao Light Gets Green Light for New Customer Connections
ERC grants Davao Light provisional authority to connect customers in expanded areas, promising lower rates and better service. Applications now open online.
NGCP Calls for Unbundling of Transmission Charges
NGCP urges unbundling of transmission charges to help Filipino consumers understand their electricity bills. Learn about the components and the recent rate changes.
Davao Light Prepares to Serve Expanded Area in Davao Norte
Davao Light completes key power lines in Kapalong, aiming to bring lower electricity rates to new customers despite Nordeco's legal resistance. Read the latest on the franchise transition.
Davao Light Expansion Aims to End Brownouts in Davao de Oro
Davao Light's franchise expansion under RA 12144 promises stable power for Davao de Oro, boosting small businesses and keeping professionals local. Read how this shift impacts the community.
Cebu Sees Zero Crime on First Misa de Gallo Day
Cebu City and Province recorded no crimes during the first Misa de Gallo dawn mass on December 16, 2025, thanks to massive police visibility and proactive security measures.
Davao Light lowers December electricity rate for consumers
Davao Light reduces residential power rate for December 2025 billing. Lower WESM prices drive savings. Company urges mindful consumption during holidays despite the cut.
Central Visayas Inflation Jumps to 3.3% in November
Inflation in Central Visayas accelerated to 3.3% in November 2025, driven by rising electricity and transport costs. Discover the key factors behind the regional surge.
Inflation Eases to 1.5% in November 2025
Philippine inflation slowed to 1.5% in November 2025, averaging 1.6% for the year. Officials credit food security measures and announce plans for more affordable rice and electricity subsidies.
NUSTAR Cebu Picks COREnergy as New Power Supplier
NUSTAR Resort & Casino Cebu partners with Vivant's COREnergy for stable electricity and real-time monitoring tools. This move supports expansion ahead of new 2026 energy rules.
PRO 7 Nabs P1B in Drugs, 9,267 Arrests in 2025
Central Visayas police confiscated P1B worth of shabu & other drugs, arrested over 9,000 suspects, and achieved a near-perfect conviction rate in 2025. Read the full report.
BDO raises $500M from offshore notes, 3.2x oversubscribed
BDO Unibank secures $500 million from a five-year offshore bond sale, oversubscribed by more than 3 times. Funds will support lending and corporate growth. Read the details.
Power Fully Restored in Central Negros After Typhoons
Negros Power has fully restored electricity to nearly 250,000 customers in Central Negros after Typhoons Tino and Uwan. Read about the swift recovery effort and community resilience.
PRO-7 Records 99.70% Drug Case Conviction Success
Police Regional Office 7 achieves remarkable 99.70% conviction rate in drug-related cases from January to November 2025. Learn how proper evidence handling and legal protocols ensure justice delivery.
Bill Expands More Power Franchise in Iloilo
Rep. Janette Garin files HB 6292 to extend More Power's franchise to 7 Iloilo municipalities, citing lower rates and improved service. Learn about the proposed expansion.
Negros Power: No Disconnections, Penalties After Typhoon
Negros Power waives penalties and halts disconnections for unpaid bills from Nov 4-Dec 31, 2025, after Typhoon Tino. Consumer group Access praises the company's holistic relief efforts.
BSP Rate Cuts Possible in December, Economist Says
Metrobank economist Nicholas Mapa predicts BSP easing could start in December 2025, with economic recovery expected in 2026. Learn how this affects inflation and the peso.
Davao Electricity Rates Jump Due to 3 Key Factors
Davao consumers face rising electricity bills as Wesm prices spike 49.4%, environmental charges return, and transmission fees increase. Consumer group urges DOE review.
Gov. Cagas Distributes Chairs to Davao del Sur Schools
Governor Yvonne Roña Cagas leads distribution of monobloc chairs to public schools across Davao del Sur, enhancing classroom conditions and supporting education.
Electricity Bills to Increase in November 2025
NGCP announces a slight increase in November 2025 electricity bills due to a 15% rise in Ancillary Services costs. Learn how this affects your power rates.
Cebu Province: 108 Deaths, Cebu City 17 in Health Crisis
Health authorities report alarming mortality rates across Cebu Province with 108 deaths, including 17 in Cebu City, prompting urgent public health response.
Cebu Power Crisis: Lawmakers Demand Sustainable Solutions
Cebu faces escalating power outages prompting urgent calls for renewable energy investments and long-term infrastructure improvements from Philippine legislators.
PH Labor Force Participation Dips in September 2025
Latest PSA data shows Philippines' labor force participation rate dipped to 64.9% in September 2025, with unemployment improving but underemployment rising. Discover what this means for the economy.
Negros Power Vows Complete Electricity Restoration
Negros Electric and Power Corporation commits to complete power restoration across Negros Occidental after recent outages. Learn about their recovery timeline and customer support initiatives.
24.8M Filipinos Functionally Illiterate - Education Crisis
ACT Philippines reveals alarming data showing millions of functionally illiterate Filipinos, threatening the nation's future workforce and economic development.
PH Inflation Steady at 1.7% in October 2025
Philippine inflation remains unchanged at 1.7% in October 2025, with food prices slowing while transport costs rise. Get the full breakdown of how this affects Filipino consumers and the economy.
Cebu Coordinates Massive Power Restoration After Outages
Cebu Provincial Government takes charge of power restoration coordination following severe weather disruptions. Get the latest updates on utility recovery efforts across Central Visayas.
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