Japanese trading giant still eyes to invest in PH market

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With plans to increase investments, Marubeni remains optimistic about the Philippine market as Kazuaki Shibuya, General Manager of the Environmental Infrastructure Department at Marubeni, affirmed the company’s commitment to the Philippine economy, citing substantial contributions through technology and funding. 

In a report by the Philippine Star, Shibuya emphasized that the Philippine market offers abundant opportunities for Marubeni and that the country remains an attractive market.

Marubeni reiterated its commitment to expanding investments in renewable energy, water, transportation, and infrastructure sectors during President Marcos’ visit to Tokyo in February. 

Marubeni owns stakes in various power companies such as Team Energy Corp., San Roque Power Corp., Ingrid Power Holdings, and Shin Clark Power Holdings. 

Marubeni has been a trading company in the Philippines since 1909 and has expanded into various sectors such as healthcare, fintech, logistics, telecommunications, power, water distribution, transportation, and construction.