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      R.G. Manabat & Co.’s 2026 Investment Guide offers timely insights for businesses looking to establish or expand operations in the country, while aligning with national priorities to foster inclusive growth and enhance global competitiveness.

      It highlights the Philippines’ evolving legislative, regulatory, and investment landscape, featuring updates to the Thirteenth Foreign Investment Negative List (FINL), developments in business registration processes including the SEC’s transition to digital platforms such as eSECURE, and tax administration reforms such as the BIR’s Single Instance Audit Framework.

      It also includes the recently issued 2026 Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), which outlines the government’s strategic direction for attracting high-value, future-oriented investments aligned with the country’s long-term development objectives.

      This year’s guide covers key considerations for doing business in the Philippines, including investment incentives, foreign ownership limitations, business registration procedures, and tax compliance requirements. It is designed to help organizations navigate the evolving business landscape and make informed, strategic decisions for future-ready business operations.

      Doing Business in the Philippines

      A comprehensive guide to the latest market trends, tax reforms, and regulatory developments for navigating the Philippine business landscape in 2026.


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      A weekly column of R.G. Manabat & Co. in the Philippine Star.

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      A regular tax bulletin of the firm. 

      An annual publication on the Philippines’ evolving business and tax landscape.