Philippine Competition Commission

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) is responsible for regulating mergers, acquisitions, and ensuring fair competition in the country. Recently, it approved a joint venture between Ayala Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation involving AC Ventures Holding Corporation, which operates GCash. The PCC also prepares future legal professionals through externship programs with universities like Manuel L. Quezon University.

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Last updated at July 31, 2025.

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PCC approves Ayala-Mitsubishi P18.4B joint venture

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) approved a joint venture between Ayala Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation on Thursday, with Mitsubishi acquiring a 50% stake in AC Ventures Holding Corporation for P18.4 billion.
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17 apply for OMB post, interviews July 30-Aug 4

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla and 16 others have applied for the Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) to succeed outgoing Ombudsman Samuel Martires, who retires on July 27.
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PCC approves Dubai Aerospace's acquisition of Nordic Aviation

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Ltd.'s acquisition of Nordic Aviation Capital.
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GCash completes ECPay acquisition, PCC approves transparency and fair competition commitments

E-wallet leader GCash has completed a significant acquisition of payment platform ECPay after receiving approval from the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC).
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PCC approves Canopy-Mets joint venture for cold storage expansion

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved a joint venture between Singapore-based Canopy Investments Pte. Ltd. and several local companies involved in cold chain storage, logistics, and real estate.
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Carpio Morales endorses Quimbo for Marikina mayor

Former ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales has endorsed Rep. Stella Luz Quimbo for mayor of Marikina, highlighting her integrity and principles in public service.
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PCC raises M&A thresholds: PHP8.5B SOP, PHP3.5B SOT

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has raised the minimum transaction value for mergers and acquisitions (M&As) that require notification to PHP8.5 billion for size of party (SOP) and PHP3.5 billion for size of transaction (SOT), effective March 1.
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Cable TV ops urge Marcos to veto Konektadong Pinoy Bill over concerns

Cable TV operators from Luzon have urged President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to veto the Konektadong Pinoy Bill (Senate Bill No. 2699) due to alleged irregularities.
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Mitsubishi invests P18.4B in Mynt, acquires 6.5% stake

Japanese trading giant Mitsubishi Corp. has finalized a P18.4-billion investment agreement with Ayala Corp., acquiring a 6.5% stake in GCash owner Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt).
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ACEN acquires full control of Islasol through share purchase

ACEN Corp., the Ayala Group's listed energy arm, plans to acquire full control of Negros Island Solar Power Inc. (Islasol) through a share purchase agreement with Asian Energy Impact Trust Plc.
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