Marcos retains key officials in third recalib phase
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Emilio Aquino
Emilio Aquino is the current chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the Philippines, appointed by former President Rodrigo Duterte in 2018. Under his leadership, the SEC has implemented significant reforms to strengthen anti-money laundering measures and improve corporate transparency, helping the country exit from the Financial Action Task Force's gray list in February 2025. Aquino is set to conclude his seven-year term next month, leaving behind a legacy of digital-first initiatives and enhanced investor protection measures.
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Last updated at July 29, 2025.
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SEC Chair Emilio Aquino ends seven-year term next month
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairperson Emilio Aquino is set to conclude his seven-year tenure next month.
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SEC, ERC launch SEC POWERS for power firms' capital raising
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) have launched SEC POWERS, an initiative aimed at simplifying capital raising for power generation and distribution companies.
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SEC implements mandatory online registration for companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has transitioned to a fully online and paperless system for company registration effective April 7, 2025.
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SEC maintains 20% public float for GCash IPO, allows 15% under strict criteria
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SEC sets AFS, GIS filing deadlines
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SEC intensifies reforms, launches beneficial ownership registry
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SEC aims to expand repo market to boost liquidity
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