Peso hits new low P60.69 vs dollar
THE PESO slid to an all-time low against the US dollar on Monday as soaring oil prices raise concerns over inflation and an economic slowdown....
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PHL tops ranking of outsourcing destinations
By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, Reporter THE PHILIPPINES has topped a global ranking for outsourced talent, winning points for strong English proficiency and competitive labor...
Approved building permits rise 0.5% in January
Approved building permits inched up by 0.5% year on year in January, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday. Preliminary data showed the number...
Empowering women entrepreneurs through grassroots financial literacy
Across the Philippines, women entrepreneurs play a crucial role in sustaining local economies. From sari-sari stores and karinderyas to neighborhood retail businesses, women-led enterprises form a large part...
Gov’t eyes offshore issuance in Q2
THE GOVERNMENT is looking at tapping the offshore bond market in the second quarter, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said. “We still have $2.5...
Stocks may drop further as market stays cautious
PHILIPPINE SHARES may continue to move lower in the coming days as investors cautiously stay on the sidelines due to the Middle East conflict risks...
Women entrepreneurs shine at SM Supermalls this Women’s Month
Women-led businesses took center stage as the WomenBizPH Trade Fair successfully opened at SM Lanang Premier from March 12–14, celebrating the creativity, resilience, and growing...
PHL Malls cut operation hours amid energy emergency
Philippine malls on Thursday announced shortened operating hours, effective March 30, following the country’s declaration of a state of national energy emergency. SM Supermalls, the...
Domestic abuse tops 911 VAWC reports in PHL
Domestic abuse is the most reported form of violence against women and children (VAWC) on the country’s emergency hotline, with cases still rising since the...
BSP holds rates in off-cycle meeting
By Katherine K. Chan, Reporter THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) kept its policy rate unchanged at 4.25% during a surprise off-cycle meeting on Thursday,...