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PH export growth weakens despite strong economic growth

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Posted at Jul 20 02:45 AM

Three years into the Duterte administration, the government is keen on maintaining its growth projections for the economy. Read more »

Salary, prices, employment among top issues Filipinos want tackled in Duterte's 2019 SONA

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Posted at Jul 20 02:40 AM

As President Rodrigo Duterte's 4th State of the Nation Address approaches, a recent poll showed Filipinos want the chief executive to discuss issues on employment, rising food prices, and even maritime disputes with China. Read more »

BSP seen to further cut rates as inflation cools

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Updated as of Jul 20 02:23 AM

The Philippine central bank is expected to further cut interest rates as the country's inflation continues to ease. Read more »

Mayor Isko: Business permits in Manila to be released in 1 day

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Posted at Jul 20 02:02 AM

MANILA—Manila Mayor Isko Moreno said Friday Manileños could now secure their business permits in one day to promote ease of doing business in the nation's capital.   Read more »

Amid pollution worries, Cynthia Villar wants single-use plastics banned

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Posted at Jul 19 09:37 PM

Under the Single-Use Plastic Product Regulation Act of 2019, the manufacturing, importation, and use of single-use plastic products will be regulated.  Read more »

Why people need an emergency fund

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Updated as of Jul 19 11:48 AM

It is important to have extra money tucked away in case of emergency. Here is why. Read more »

Pag-IBIG: Higher contributions from members sustained low interest rates

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Posted at Jul 18 11:06 PM

The country's home development mutual fund Pag-IBIG is keeping interest rates low for its housing programs.  Read more »

Study: Change in jobseekers' priorities a generational thing

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Posted at Jul 18 11:00 PM

A new batch of employees is about to enter the workforce and they are looking for more than just high salaries. Read more »

PH gov't urged to incorporate climate change in dev't plans

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Posted at Jul 18 10:57 PM

At least one expert warns the Philippines should start incorporating the climate crisis into its development plans or risk facing serious economic losses in the next decades.  Read more »

PH shares bounce back ahead of Duterte's 4th SONA

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Posted at Jul 18 10:51 PM

Philippine shares shrugged off global concerns gaining ground anew and outperforming the rest of Asia ahead of the President Rodrigo Duterte's State of the Nation Address(SONA) next week. Read more »

PH shares pull back for 2nd straight day

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Updated as of Jul 18 12:26 AM

Back here at home, Philippine shares fell for a second straight session in step with most Asian markets. Read more »

PH's ease of doing business act IRR signed

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Posted at Jul 17 11:46 PM

After over a year, the Philippines' enhanced anti-red tape law takes a big step towards full implementation as key officials signed the measure's implementing rules and regulations. Read more »

DOTr: MRT-7 almost halfway finished

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Posted at Jul 17 11:43 PM

The Philippine transport department boasts the construction of elevated railways in the country.  Read more »

A.I. tech will hurt domestic call-center industry, says DTI official

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Posted at Jul 17 07:43 PM

A trade and industry official said more than 1,000 call-center workers could be affected and relieved from their jobs. Read more »

British Chamber welcomes appointment of anti-red tape chief

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Posted at Jul 17 05:35 PM

Chris Nelson, chairman of the British Chamber, said ease of doing business has always been "a number 1 concern" for those interested in investing in the Philippines.  Read more »

BCCP welcomes signing of Ease of Doing Business IRR

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Posted at Jul 17 04:56 PM

The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines has welcomed the signing of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Ease of Doing Business Act. Read more »

Gov't signs implementing rules for Ease of Doing Business law

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Posted at Jul 17 02:40 PM

Officials of the Department of Trade and Industry along with the Anti-Red Tape Authority on Wednesday signed the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the ease of doing business law.    Read more »

DTI: Registered MSMEs now at 1.5 million

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Posted at Jul 16 11:35 PM

The Philippine trade department boasts of government's efforts to boost the micro, small, and medium enterprises. Read more »

Chinese, other foreign workers expected to get jobs in Cavite Pogo hub

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Posted at Jul 16 11:30 PM

Local residents cry foul as Chinese and other foreign workers are seen to get most of the job opportunities in the online gaming hub being built in Cavite. Read more »

'China slowdown not problem for PH'

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Posted at Jul 16 11:26 PM

An international report shows Beijing's debt has exceeded over 300 percent of its gross domestic product. Read more »