BSP: Economy to rebound by 2nd half
By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter THE PHILIPPINE ECONOMY is on track to bounce back this year as business confidence has begun to improve, Bangko Sentral...
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Meralco proposes P247-billion spending plan in rate reset filing
Power distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has proposed a capital expenditure (capex) budget of approximately P247.14 billion for its first regulatory period covering 2027 to...
FDI net inflows hit 4-month high
By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter NET INFLOWS of foreign direct investments (FDIs) into the Philippines hit a four-month high in November, even as inflows slipped...
Weight-loss drug tirzepatide advised only for adults with diabetes and obesity according to Zuellig Pharma
Tirzepatide, a recently popular weight-loss drug, is advised for individuals with certain cases of type 2 diabetes and obesity, according to Zuellig Pharma, a pharmaceutical...
Moody’s keeps stable outlook for Philippine banks
THE PHILIPPINE BANKING system remains stable as its steady profitability, funding and liquidity, as well as strong capital position can help temper potential asset quality...
VP Duterte faces 3rd impeachment bid
Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio faced a third impeachment complaint on Monday from religious and civil society groups over allegations that include graft, corruption and plunder. The complaint filed at the House of...
ERC sets maximum allowable revenue for NGCP at P376.4B
THE ENERGY Regulatory Commission (ERC) has set the maximum allowable revenue (MAR) of the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) at P376.4 billion for...
ADB and GCash Fuse partner to unlock inclusive finance for MSMEs, women and fight poverty in PHL
ADB grants GCash lending arm Fuse Financing with P1.75-B credit facility, complemented by catalytic funding from Mastercard to help Fuse reach priority segments. Micro, small,...
Flower prices in Dangwa expected to increase next week
Flower prices at Dangwa, Manila, are expected to rise due to the anticipated surge in demand as Valentine’s Day approaches, according to several vendors on...
Philippine inflation accelerates to 2% in January
By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter PHILIPPINE INFLATION accelerated to its fastest pace in nearly a year in January amid a faster rise in rents and...