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Tax Incentives Under the CREATE Act: A Sector-by-Sector Breakdown

Tax Incentives Under the CREATE Act: A Sector-by-Sector Breakdown The Philippines’ tax incentive landscape has evolved significantly since the original CREATE Act took effect in 2021 — and even more so with the passage of the CREATE MORE Act (Republic Act No. 12066) in late 2024. For businesses evaluating where and how to invest, understanding […]

Navigating Philippine M&A in the New Regulatory Era

Navigating Philippine M&A in the New Regulatory Era The Philippine mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. With the implementation of the amended Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Philippine Competition Act (PCA) and the recent streamlining of foreign investment negative lists, 2026 presents both unprecedented challenges and […]