As seen on SEC’s Official Facebook – The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) highlighted the importance of submitting credible and transparent sustainability disclosures among corporations to boost investor confidence and ensure business continuity during the ASEAN-EU Sustainability Summit 2026 held in Cebu. Organized by the EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC) in partnership with the European Chamber […]

Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza met with H.E. Dr. Asima Rabbani, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Republic of the Philippines, through the endorsement of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Office of Protocol, to discuss areas of cooperation between the two countries on diplomatic tax exemptions, […]

As seen on BIR’s official Facebook – The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), together with the Department of Health (DOH) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), conducted a joint inspection today, 14 May 2026, in Muntinlupa City to strengthen monitoring and ensure compliance with VAT exemption policies for medicines and health products. The activity […]

As seen on SEC’s official Facebook- The Securities and Exchange Commission has further extended the temporary use of the 2020 General Information Sheet (GIS) Form for filing through eFAST until 30 June 2026. DOWNLOAD HERE -> https://www.sec.gov.ph/reportorial-requirements/corporations-with-primary-licenses/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQGGF1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJXNmF1RHZWZzNIcHdxZUtVc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjQHNS9q-LT5GigvNTVp4fT0jGj7ZuRgnK0c_Iz5zsPgkr4b9rkTGFX8R9L7_aem_9THSqTh_VNY5yGCEgrxnJg#gsc.tab=0 Corporations may continue to use the 2020 GIS Form during this extended period whi

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has issued Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 38-2026, prescribing the issuance and mandatory posting of the BIR Registration Seal Badge for taxpayers engaged in online business activities. The Circular covers digital economic participants, including online sellers, freelancers, professionals, vloggers, influencers, and other individuals earning income through digital platforms. It […]

SEC recently hosted an event for our next market leaders – Seen on their Official FB Page – The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) welcomed students from three educational institutions for a series of tours designed to deepen their understanding of financial education, investor protection, and capital market regulation last March 2026. Around 450 students […]

As seen on SEC’s Official Facebook page – The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued rules on the creation of Umbrella Funds, expanding the structuring options for investment companies in a bid to provide greater operational flexibility and administrative efficiency for fund managers and increase portfolio diversification options for investors. The Commission on April […]