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Supreme Court Issues Landmark Ruling on Corporate Rehabilitation Proceedings
Supreme Court Issues Landmark Ruling on Corporate Rehabilitation Proceedings
A recent Supreme Court decision clarifies creditor rights during corporate rehabilitation, setting new precedent for how distressed companies and their creditors navigate the recovery process.
July 13, 2026

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BIR Issues New Guidelines on Digital Transactions and E-Invoicing
BIR Issues New Guidelines on Digital Transactions and E-Invoicing
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has released updated guidelines expanding e-invoicing requirements to more sectors, signaling a broader push toward digitalized tax compliance in the Philippines.
July 13, 2026

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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 has issued new circulars requiring more detailed financial and governance disclosures from publicly listed companies, effective for the upcoming reporting cycle.
July 13, 2026

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LEXCELERATE Masterclass Series

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Forum 2026

“Securing Tomorrow: Data Privacy in a Digital-First Economy”
Gorriceta cybersecurity and data privacy experts discuss emerging threats, regulatory updates, and practical compliance strategies for businesses.
Friday, 14 August 2026
Makati Shangri-La, Manila
9:00 AM – 12:00 NN PHT

UPCOMING SESSIONS

SEP 2026
Mergers & Acquisitions Roundtable
A closed-door roundtable for corporate executives on structuring cross-border M&A deals amid shifting regulatory frameworks in Southeast Asia.
THE NEXT MAGAZINE

Industry & Legal Industries.

ISSUE 1

July · 2026

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

A detailed review of available tax incentives under the CREATE Act, highlighting how eligibility and benefits vary across key industries operating in the Philippines.
July · 2026
Cross-Border Arbitration: Enforcing Foreign Awards in the Philippines
This publication examines the procedural and substantive requirements for recognizing and enforcing foreign arbitral awards before Philippine courts, with practical guidance for cross-border disputes.
July · 2026
A Practical Guide to Employee Data Protection Compliance
This guide walks HR and compliance teams through the essential data protection obligations employers must observe when handling employee personal information under Philippine law.

About THE NEXT

THE NEXT is Gorriceta’s flagship editorial publication — a curated intelligence report for business leaders, investors, and decision-makers navigating the intersection of law, capital, and strategy in the Philippines and Southeast Asia.

ARTICLES

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LATEST

Capital Markets
July 13, 2026
Kristine T. Torres

Understanding ESG Disclosure Obligations for Publicly Listed Companies

With regulators placing growing emphasis on sustainability reporting, publicly listed companies in the Philippines must align their disclosure practices with evolving ESG frameworks or risk falling behind investor expectations.

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July 13, 2026
Ramon Andre F. Cedro

Key Amendments to the Corporate Recovery and Insolvency Rules

Recent amendments to the rules governing corporate rehabilitation proceedings introduce faster timelines and clearer creditor protections, reshaping how distressed companies and their creditors approach financial recovery.
Compliance
July 13, 2026
Edsel F. Tupaz

Data Privacy Compliance for AI-Driven Businesses in the Philippines

As Philippine companies increasingly adopt AI tools for operations and customer engagement, understanding the intersection between the Data Privacy Act and emerging AI governance expectations has become a critical compliance priority.
Artificial Intelligence
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