THE COMPANY: Incorporated in 1998, First Gen Corporation (First Gen) has a portfolio of 18 power generation plants, which are predominantly contracted for sale under long-term power purchase agreements or other energy sales agreements. First Gen's power generation portfolio primarily relies on...
Domestic corporate bonds have a reputation as a small and obscure niche market, but 2014 was a breakthrough year when the market finally appeared to be finding its legs and growing into a major fundraising venue. Gross issuance through the Philippine Dealing and Exchange Corporation (PDEx) fixed-income exchange came to P192bn ($4.3bn) in 2014...
THE COMPANY: Lafarge Republic, Inc (LRI), formerly known as Republic Cement Corporation, was incorporated in 1966 and presently engages in the manufacturing, development and sale of cement, marble and other kinds and classes of building materials for industrial or commercial purposes. LRI is a...
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Given the high risk of natural disasters in the Philippines, agricultural insurance represents a high-potential growth channel and a vital support system for the sector. For decades, the Department of Agriculture has sought to raise agri-insurance penetration through its state-run scheme. In recent years, though, a rising number of private...
THE COMPANY: Petron Corporation (PCOR) was incorporated in 1966, with a 68% controlling interest held by San Miguel Corporation. PCOR refines imported crude oil and is involved in the marketing and distribution of a variety of petroleum products in the Philippines and Malaysia.
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