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  1. June spot market rates retreat

    June spot market rates retreat

    Electricity prices in the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market dropped to P3.86/kWh in June as cooler weather reduced demand and supply remained stable, according…

  2. WESM downtrend may pull bills lower

    WESM downtrend may pull bills lower

    ‘The price trend from April to May showed a decline, in contrast to the same period in 2024, where prices increased.’

  3. WESM prices decline in May

    WESM prices decline in May

    Electricity prices in the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) dropped by 11% in May to P4.01/kWh, driven by higher power supply outpacing demand,…

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    Metro Cebu electricity rate reduced

    Visayan Electric announces a P0.62 per kWh rate reduction for May and June, lowering residential rates to P11.16 per kWh. The decrease is attributed to lower…

  5. Manila Electric Co. (Meralco)

    Steady WESM prices seen amid ample supply

    The Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines forecasts stable electricity prices at WESM in the coming months, supported by ample supply,…

  6. Negative WESM prices cut gen charge

    Negative WESM prices cut gen charge

    ‘We are consistently keeping a close watch on how the electricity market is moving to make sure price signals remain reflective of actual system conditions…

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    Limited power plants blamed in Cebu mess

    The decommissioning of baseload power plants in Naga, Cebu has led to electricity shortages. Advocates call for a Third Party Bids and Awards Committee to…

  8. CREC profit climbs 11 percent in 2024

    CREC profit climbs 11 percent in 2024

    Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) reported an 11% rise in net income to P1 billion in 2024, driven by a 42% surge in electricity sales and expanding…

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    January power rates cut likely

    ‘This will be primarily driven by lower WESM (Wholesale Electricity Spot Market) prices due to improved supply situation in the Luzon Grid as both average peak…

  10. Manila Electric Co. (Meralco)

    October rate slash breaks 3-month hikes

    Meralco has announced a 36-centavo per kilowatt-hour (kWh) reduction in overall electricity rates this month. The improved supply situation in the Luzon grid…