Director Rex Valle - SEC LIPA

18/08/2026

In line with Memorandum Circular No. 129 issued by the Office of the President, please be informed that the SEC Lipa Extension Office will implement a work-from-home arrangement today, 19 August 2026, and will resume regular office operations and services tomorrow, 20 August 2026.

For any urgent concerns or inquiries, you may reach us through our mobile number at 0912 078 3755 or send an email to [email protected].

You may also contact us by creating a support ticket at imessage.sec.gov.ph.

Thank you, and please stay safe!

ALTERNATIVE WORK ARRANGEMENTS FOR GOVERNMENT OFFICES, ALTERNATIVE LEARNING MODES FOR SCHOOLS ON AUGUST 19

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 129, government offices are directed to implement appropriate alternative work arrangements in the National Capital Region and the following provinces on August 19, 2026:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 Abra
📍 Benguet
📍 Ilocos Sur
📍 La Union
📍 Pangasinan
📍 Bataan
📍 Bulacan
📍 Nueva Ecija
📍 Pampanga
📍 Tarlac
📍 Zambales
📍 Batangas
📍 Cavite
📍 Laguna
📍 Rizal
📍 Occidental Mindoro
📍 Oriental Mindoro

Unless otherwise directed by their respective Local Chief Executives, alternative learning modes for classes and learning continuity measures at all levels in public and private schools shall be implemented in the aforementioned areas.

Agencies involved in the delivery of basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services shall continue their operations and render the necessary services.

The suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements in the private sector shall be left to the discretion of management.

17/08/2026

In line with Memorandum Circular No. 128 issued by the Office of the President due to continuous heavy rainfall associated with the Southwest Monsoon, please be informed that the SEC Lipa Extension Office will be on a work from home arrangement today, 18 August 2026.

​Regular office operations and services are scheduled to resume tomorrow, 19 August 2026.

​For any urgent concerns or inquiries while the office is closed, you may reach us through our mobile number at 0912 078 3755 or send an email to [email protected].

You may also contact us by creating a support ticket at imessage.sec.gov.ph. Please stay safe and dry, everyone!

𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦, 𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝟭𝟴

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 128, government offices are directed to implement appropriate alternative work arrangements in the National Capital Region and the following provinces on August 18, 2026:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 Ilocos Sur
📍 La Union
📍 Pangasinan
📍 Benguet
📍 Zambales
📍 Bataan
📍 Tarlac
📍 Pampanga
📍 Bulacan
📍 Cavite
📍 Batangas
📍 Rizal
📍 Laguna
📍 Occidental Mindoro

Unless otherwise directed by their respective Local Chief Executives, alternative learning modes for classes at all levels in public and private schools shall be implemented in the aforementioned areas.

Agencies involved in the delivery of basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services shall continue their operations and render the necessary services.

The suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements in the private sector shall be left to the discretion of management.

17/08/2026

In line with Memorandum Circular No. 127 issued by the Office of the President due to continuous heavy rainfall associated with the Southwest Monsoon, please be informed that the SEC Lipa Extension Office will be on a work from home arrangement starting at 12:00 PM today, 17 August 2026.

​Regular office operations and services are scheduled to resume tomorrow, 18 August 2026.

​For any urgent concerns or inquiries while the office is closed, you may reach us through our mobile number at 0912 078 3755 or send an email to [email protected].

You may also contact us by creating a support ticket at imessage.sec.gov.ph. Please stay safe and dry, everyone!

ALTERNATIVE WORK ARRANGEMENTS FOR GOVERNMENT OFFICES, ALTERNATIVE LEARNING MODES FOR SCHOOLS ON AUGUST 17

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 127, government offices are directed to shift to appropriate alternative work arrangements in the National Capital Region and the following provinces starting 12:00 noon on August 17, 2026:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 Zambales
📍 Bataan
📍 Bulacan
📍 Pampanga
📍 Tarlac
📍 Nueva Ecija
📍 Cavite
📍 Batangas
📍 Rizal
📍 Laguna
📍 Quezon
📍 Occidental Mindoro

Unless otherwise directed by their respective Local Chief Executives, alternative learning modes for classes at all levels in public and private schools shall be implemented in the aforementioned areas.

Agencies involved in the delivery of basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services shall continue their operations and render the necessary services.

The suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements in the private sector shall be left to the discretion of management.

09/08/2026

📢𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐔𝐍𝐒𝐘𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐆𝐀 𝐊𝐋𝐈𝐘𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄 𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐂 𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐀:

Alinsunod sa Memorandum Circular No. 123, ang opisina po ng SEC Lipa ay naka-𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠-𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢-𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 ngayong 𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐬, 𝐀𝐠𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

Bagamat walang physical walk-in transactions sa opisina, mananatiling 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 ang ating mga online system para sa mga digital transactions at pagsusumite ng mga dokumento.

Para sa mga may scheduled appointments o kinakailangang mag-transact nang personal, maaari po kayong makipag-ugnayan sa ating opisina para sa kaukulang assistance at updates.

Maraming salamat po sa inyong pang-unawa at pakikiisa. Mag-ingat po tayong lahat!

𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊-𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌-𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒, 𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐎𝐃𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒 𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟏𝟎

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 123, work-from-home arrangements in government offices shall be implemented in the National Capital Region and the following provinces on August 10, 2026. 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐛𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 Ilocos Sur
📍 La Union
📍 Zambales
📍 Bataan
📍 Rizal
📍 Cavite
📍 Batangas
📍 Occidental Mindoro
📍 Benguet
📍 Pangasinan
📍 Abra
📍 Tarlac
📍 Pampanga
📍 Oriental Mindoro
📍 Bulacan

Agencies involved in the delivery of basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services shall continue their operations and render the necessary services.

The suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements for private companies and offices is left to the discretion of their respective heads.

05/08/2026

📣 𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐔𝐍𝐒𝐘𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐆𝐀 𝐊𝐋𝐈𝐘𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄 𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐂 𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐀:

Alinsunod sa Memorandum Circular No. 122, 𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙚 po ang pasok sa trabaho bukas, 𝙃𝙪𝙬𝙚𝙗𝙚𝙨, 𝘼𝙜𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙤 6, 2026.

Bagamat walang physical walk-in transactions sa opisina, mananatiling bukas at operational ang ating mga online system para sa lahat ng digital transactions at pagsusumite ng mga dokumento.

Magpapatuloy po ang operasyon sa Biyernes, Agosto 7, habang ang ganap na 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗻𝗮 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸 𝗽𝗼 𝘀𝗮 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗲𝘀, 𝗔𝗴𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬.

Para sa mga may scheduled appointments, maaari po kayong mag-transact muli sa nabanggit na araw.

Mag-ingat po tayong lahat!

WALANG PASOK SA MGA TANGGAPAN NG GOBYERNO AT KLASE SA LAHAT NG ANTAS SA AGOSTO 6

Alinsunod sa Memorandum Circular No. 122, suspendido ang trabaho sa mga tanggapan ng pamahalaan at klase sa lahat ng antas sa:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 Ilocos Sur
📍 La Union
📍 Benguet
📍 Pangasinan
📍 Abra
📍 Zambales
📍 Kalinga
📍 Mountain Province
📍 Ifugao
📍 Ilocos Norte
📍 Apayao
📍 Nueva Vizcaya
📍 Tarlac
📍 Nueva Ecija
📍 Bataan
📍 Pampanga
📍 Bulacan
📍 Rizal
📍 Cavite
📍 Batangas
📍 Laguna
📍 Occidental Mindoro

Ang mga ahensyang ang tungkulin ay ang paghahatid ng basic at health services, kahandaan at pagtugon sa sakuna at kalamidad, at/o iba pang mahalagang serbisyo ay magpapatuloy sa kanilang operasyon.

22/07/2026

In observance of Apolinario Mabini Day, please be advised that the SEC Lipa Extension Office 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

This is in commemoration of the birth anniversary of the "Brain of the Revolution," Apolinario Mabini.

While our physical office is closed, our online digital channels remain fully operational for your convenience.

Please note that 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 will resume on Friday, 24 July 2026, while 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 will resume on Monday, July 27, 2026.

For urgent concerns, you may reach us via our official email: [email protected]

01/07/2026

📢 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟬 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘁 (𝗚𝗜𝗦) 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗜𝗦 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗕𝗢𝗗) 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗲𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗨𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟭 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) informs all corporations and other concerned stakeholders that the transitional use of the 2020 General Information Sheet (GIS) Form, which includes the Beneficial Ownership Declaration (BOD) Page, is extended until 31 July 2026.
During the extension period, corporations may continue to file their GIS and BOD Page through eFAST using the 2020 GIS Form without being redirected to the Hierarchical and Applicable Relations and Beneficial Ownership Registry (HARBOR).
This extension is intended to facilitate a smooth transition to HARBOR while the Commission continues to address technical issues affecting the filing process.
For inquiries and technical assistance:
📞 Dial 1-4SEC (1-4732).
💬 Visit the SEC iMessage portal at https://imessage.sec.gov.ph/

📢 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟬 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘁 (𝗚𝗜𝗦) 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗜𝗦 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗕𝗢𝗗) 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗲𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗨𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟭 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) informs all corporations and other concerned stakeholders that the transitional use of the 2020 General Information Sheet (GIS) Form, which includes the Beneficial Ownership Declaration (BOD) Page, is extended until 31 July 2026.

During the extension period, corporations may continue to file their GIS and BOD Page through eFAST using the 2020 GIS Form without being redirected to the Hierarchical and Applicable Relations and Beneficial Ownership Registry (HARBOR).

This extension is intended to facilitate a smooth transition to HARBOR while the Commission continues to address technical issues affecting the filing process.

For inquiries and technical assistance:
📞 Dial 1-4SEC (1-4732).
💬 Visit the SEC iMessage portal at https://imessage.sec.gov.ph/

Read the full notice here: https://www.sec.gov.ph/notices/extension-of-the-transitional-use-of-the-2020-general-information-sheet-gis-form-for-gis-and-beneficial-ownership-declaration-bod-page-filing-through-efast-until-31-july-2026/

14/05/2026

📣 𝗦𝗘𝗖 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is suspending until December 31, 2026 the imposition of monthly penalties in the late or non-filing of reportorial requirements, as it seeks to reduce transaction costs and promote the ease of doing business.
In its meeting on May 5, the Commission En Banc approved the suspension of penalties imposed for every month of delay for the late or non-filing of reportorial requirements, as provided under SEC Memorandum Circular No. 6, Series of 2024 (MC 6).
“As we celebrate the Ease of Doing Business month this May, the SEC reaffirms its commitment to foster a robust and responsive business environment,” SEC Chairperson Francis Lim said.
“By suspending the compounding monthly penalties, we are providing corporations an opportunity to get back their good standing without the burden of mounting transaction costs, as part of our goal of pushing corporations toward full compliance and sustainable growth,” he added.
The suspension will apply to corporations with pending monitoring applications. Corporations that have received final assessments but have not yet settled payment will be issued updated assessments excluding the per month of delay components.
Meanwhile, penalties already settled prior to May 5 are not subject to refund or credit.
Read the full memorandum circular here: https://www.sec.gov.ph/.../sec-mc-no-16-series-of.../
Read the full press release here: https://www.sec.gov.ph/.../sec-suspends-monthly.../

📣 𝗦𝗘𝗖 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is suspending until December 31, 2026 the imposition of monthly penalties in the late or non-filing of reportorial requirements, as it seeks to reduce transaction costs and promote the ease of doing business.

In its meeting on May 5, the Commission En Banc approved the suspension of penalties imposed for every month of delay for the late or non-filing of reportorial requirements, as provided under SEC Memorandum Circular No. 6, Series of 2024 (MC 6).

“As we celebrate the Ease of Doing Business month this May, the SEC reaffirms its commitment to foster a robust and responsive business environment,” SEC Chairperson Francis Lim said.

“By suspending the compounding monthly penalties, we are providing corporations an opportunity to get back their good standing without the burden of mounting transaction costs, as part of our goal of pushing corporations toward full compliance and sustainable growth,” he added.

The suspension will apply to corporations with pending monitoring applications. Corporations that have received final assessments but have not yet settled payment will be issued updated assessments excluding the per month of delay components.

Read the full memorandum circular here: https://www.sec.gov.ph/mc-2026/sec-mc-no-16-series-of-2026suspension-of-the-per-month-of-delay-penalty-for-late-and-non-filing-of-reportorial-requirements-under-sec-memorandum-circular-no-6-series-of-2024/

Read the full press release here: https://www.sec.gov.ph/pr-2026/sec-suspends-monthly-penalties-for-late-non-filing-of-reports/

04/05/2026

𝗠𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘀, 𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗶. 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝘀𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀!

📣 In celebration of , the Securities and Exchange Commission joins the celebration with the theme “Achieving Results through Transparency and Accountability (ARTA): Towards a More Productive Bagong Pilipinas.” 💻📈

The SEC continues to lead reforms that make doing business faster, simpler, and more accessible for every Filipino.
✅ Expanded OneSEC Zuper Easy Registration Online from 33 to 81 industries for one-day company registration
✅ Introduced discounted filing fees for MSMEs covering corporate registration, amendments, and securities registration
✅ Streamlined the 45-day Registration Statement review process to encourage greater capital market participation
✅ Enhanced Shelf Registration, extending validity from 3 years to 5 years
✅ Strengthened PERA Rules by expanding eligible administrators and investment opportunities
✅ Issued further guidelines on exempt transactions to simplify procedures while protecting investors

🚀 The SEC also launched the Fourth Wave of Digital Initiatives to further improve public service delivery:
🔹 HARBOR – promotes transparency through beneficial ownership disclosure
🔹 VERITAS – blockchain-powered secure digital signing and verification
🔹 ENDOW – centralized digital repository for efficient document management
🔹 AWE – automated workflows for faster and more responsive processes

📌 Reinforcing accountability and efficiency, the SEC also implemented strict timelines and a deemed approved policy for applications, permits, licenses, registrations, and clearances in line with Republic Act No. 11032.
These milestones reflect the SEC’s vision of a modern, transparent, and investor-friendly regulatory environment, helping position the Philippines as a preferred business and investment destination in Southeast Asia. 🌏📊
Through transparency, accountability, and innovation, the SEC remains steadfast in driving inclusive growth, strengthening capital markets, promoting good governance, and protecting the investing public.
💙💛❤️ Achieving results through transparent governance and accountable service towards a more productive Bagong Pilipinas.

𝗠𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘀, 𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗶. 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝘀𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀!
📣 In celebration of , the Securities and Exchange Commission joins the celebration with the theme “Achieving Results through Transparency and Accountability (ARTA): Towards a More Productive Bagong Pilipinas.” 💻📈

The SEC continues to lead reforms that make doing business faster, simpler, and more accessible for every Filipino.

✅ Expanded OneSEC Zuper Easy Registration Online from 33 to 81 industries for one-day company registration
✅ Introduced discounted filing fees for MSMEs covering corporate registration, amendments, and securities registration
✅ Streamlined the 45-day Registration Statement review process to encourage greater capital market participation
✅ Enhanced Shelf Registration, extending validity from 3 years to 5 years
✅ Strengthened PERA Rules by expanding eligible administrators and investment opportunities
✅ Issued further guidelines on exempt transactions to simplify procedures while protecting investors

🚀 The SEC also launched the Fourth Wave of Digital Initiatives to further improve public service delivery:
🔹 HARBOR – promotes transparency through beneficial ownership disclosure
🔹 VERITAS – blockchain-powered secure digital signing and verification
🔹 ENDOW – centralized digital repository for efficient document management
🔹 AWE – automated workflows for faster and more responsive processes

📌 Reinforcing accountability and efficiency, the SEC also implemented strict timelines and a deemed approved policy for applications, permits, licenses, registrations, and clearances in line with Republic Act No. 11032.

These milestones reflect the SEC’s vision of a modern, transparent, and investor-friendly regulatory environment, helping position the Philippines as a preferred business and investment destination in Southeast Asia. 🌏📊

Through transparency, accountability, and innovation, the SEC remains steadfast in driving inclusive growth, strengthening capital markets, promoting good governance, and protecting the investing public.

💙💛❤️ Achieving results through transparent governance and accountable service towards a more productive Bagong Pilipinas.

23/04/2026

𝗚𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗢𝗨𝗦… 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡 🙌

📊 AFS Deadlines:
• Annual Financial Statements of All Corporations: 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
• SEC Form 52-AR of Brokers & Dealers: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
• Annual Reports (SEC Form 17-A) with AFS as attachment: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

📄 Use of 2020 GIS Form Extended:
Still setting up your eSECURE account? You may continue to file your General Information Sheet (GIS) via eFAST using the 2020 Form until May 15, 2026. Get the 2020 version here: bit.ly/2020GISForms

Take advantage of the extension and stay compliant ✅

Read the notices here:
👉Extension of the Deadline for Filing of 2025 Annual Financial Statements (AFS): https://www.sec.gov.ph/notices-2026/extension-of-the-deadline-for-filing-of-2025-annual-financial-statements-afs/
👉Extension of Temporary Use of 2020 Form for Filing of General Information Sheet on eFAST: https://www.sec.gov.ph/notices-2026/extension-of-temporary-use-of-2020-form-for-filing-of-general-information-sheet-on-efast/