The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has imposed a fine of ₱2.17 million on the Boracay Business Administration of Scuba Shops (BBASS) and its members for engaging in anti-competitive behavior by means of price-fixing on the popular island destination. In a statement on Friday, July 3, the...
The value of the country’s merger and acquisitions (M&A) notifications rose by six percent to nearly ₱860 billion in 2025, driven largely by proposed deals in wholesale and retail trade, according to the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC). In its annual report, the PCC said it received 52...
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) is looking to exempt certain public-private partnership (PPP) projects from compulsory notification requirements to accelerate the development of key projects in disadvantaged areas. In a statement, the PCC said it held focus group discussions (FGDs) on...
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) said the government should ease regulatory restrictions that foster monopolies in the water distribution sector, a move aimed at empowering consumers to choose their own water service providers (WSPs). In a recent market study, the PCC noted that while...
For many actors, landing a memorable role is already a career milestone. For Ruben Maria Soriquez, however, the journey has been about constantly reinventing himself, actor, filmmaker, musician, and now, once again, an internationally recognized performer. The Filipino-Italian actor is celebrating...
In an era where many people claim journalism is fading and young people are losing interest in meaningful conversations, 17-year-old Filipino scholar David Quijano Adapon is proving otherwise. Of revolutions and resolve The Grade 10 student at St. Joseph’s Institution recently emerged as champion...
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) is urging traders to make market decisions independently to ensure fair competition in the imported rice sector following the imposition of a nationwide ₱50-per-kilo price ceiling. In a statement on Tuesday, May 26, the country’s antitrust watchdog...
Skye Patenia dazzled and bagged the bronze medal in the women’s event of the 2026 Oceania International Figure Skating Competition in Auckland, New Zealand recently. The 23-year-old Patenia impressed the five judges with her performance and accumulated 81.31 points to take the third spot in the...
Epson announced the call for entries for the 17th Epson International Pano Awards, the world’s largest competition dedicated to the art of panoramic photography. Continuing its close partnership with The Pano Awards as a major sponsor, Epson Southeast Asia is proud to champion panoramic...
Five Saturdays. One iconic bayfront. The 13th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition (PIPC) wrapped up at SM Mall of Asia with crowds gathering early and staying late, turning each night into a shared experience of music, lights, and city energy. The event delivered maxed-out experiences...
The country’s competition watchdog is intensifying its scrutiny of domestic fuel prices to shield consumers from unwarranted hikes triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a statement, the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) said it is monitoring the market behavior of local...
The government should address persistent competition barriers in the retail electricity market to widen consumers’ ability to purchase power from their preferred suppliers, according to the antitrust watchdog Philippine Competition Commission (PCC). In a statement on Monday, April 6, the PCC said...
