Philippines sovereign wealth fund announces first investment

Maharlika to buy 20% stake in local grid operator

20250127 Manila view

A Manila street scene: The Philippine Energy Department said on Jan. 27 Maharlika Investment Corp's purchase of a stake in a grid operator will improve electricity distribution. © Reuters

RAMON ROYANDOYAN

MANILA -- The Philippines' newly launched sovereign wealth fund will make its first investment, acquiring a 20% stake in a local grid operator, according to an announcement on Monday.

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