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SEC Tightens Reporting Rules for Publicly Listed Companies Starting 2026

SEC Tightens Reporting Rules for Publicly Listed Companies Starting 2026 The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rolled out a wave of new issuances that reshape how publicly listed companies (PLCs) — and, in some cases, large non-listed entities — report to the regulator. Beyond the widely covered shift to mandatory sustainability disclosures, the SEC […]

Understanding ESG Disclosure Obligations for Publicly Listed Companies

Understanding ESG Disclosure Obligations for Publicly Listed Companies For years, sustainability reporting in the Philippines operated on a “comply or explain” basis — companies could disclose what they had and explain the rest. That era has now ended. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has moved to mandatory, standardized ESG disclosure, and publicly listed companies […]