The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released guidelines on exempt transactions under Section 10 of the Securities Regulation Code (SRC), streamlining procedures to promote ease of doing business while ensuring investor protection. This amendment clarifies when confirmation of exemption and payment of fees are required, providing greater transparency and predictability for companies and market […]

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has signed a Data Sharing Agreement (DSA) with the Department of Finance (DOF) to strengthen transparency and accountability in the extractive sector through the Philippine Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (PH-EITI). The deal enhances access to beneficial ownership data of companies in line with global standards, supporting efforts to combat […]

CYMI: SEC Chairperson Francis Lim was among the distinguished speakers at the JP Morgan Philippine Forum 2025 held on September 1–3 at the JPMorgan Chase Center, Uptown Bonifacio, Taguig City. The three-day forum gathered local and international asset management firms as well as listed Philippine corporates. September 1–2 featured in-person corporate meetings and lunch plenaries, […]

SEC releases an announcement on requirements for decrease of capital, The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) no longer requires the written consent of each creditor for applications to decrease authorized capital stock filed via the Financial Analysis and Audit Department (FAAD). However, please be reminded that the publication requirement for such applications will be strictly […]