Philippines antitrust regulator clears ABC Energy investment in Alternergy wind assets
( August 4, 2026, 02:01 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The Philippine Competition Commission has cleared ABC Energy’s acquisition of a 40 percent minority stake in Alternergy Tanay Wind and Alabat Wind, finding the deal unlikely to substantially lessen competition in the renewable energy sector. The regulator said Alternergy Wind would retain operational control, while the fragmented market and existing regulatory limits on affiliated power supply reduce risks of unilateral conduct or foreclosure. The PCC also cited safeguards under the Green Energy Auction Program and retail electricity supply rules as mitigating competition concerns.Statement follows....
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