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PH startup Locad says $11-M million raised in Series A

Jekki Pascual, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 16 02:31 PM

Homegrown startup Locad said on Monday it has raised $11 million in Series A funding to expand its operations in the Philippines and in the Asia Pacific region. Read more »

Shoppers transferring to Lazada? CEO reacts

Jekki Pascual, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 24 05:17 PM

Lazada Philippines CEO said it's hard to tell if it is due to the controversy surrounding rival Shopee. Read more »

First Circle grants first loan to SME without interest

Jekki Pascual, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Sep 15 06:47 AM

First Circle signed the new partnership with Internet of Things (IoT) company ClixLogic in a ceremony in Taguig, Wednesday night. Read more »

How Grab supports SMEs navigate the new normal

Grab
Posted at Aug 03 04:47 PM

Starting a business is not an easy feat and there are many things to take into consideration for a brand to take off. Read more »

Here are some ‘madiskartips’ for aspiring entrepreneurs

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jul 06 06:35 PM

SKYBIZ, the business solutions arm of SKY Cable Corporation, is bringing new ideas in sustaining growth and boosting work productivity. Read more »

30K SME owners gathered for 3-day Negosyo Convention

Puregold
Posted at May 27 12:12 PM

Around 30K people gathered for Puregold's Negosyo Convention. Read more »

BRAD eyes nationwide expansion in 2022

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 15 02:18 PM

On-demand logistics solutions provider BRAD said it has plans to offer its services nationwide this year to support the growth of small and medium enterprises. Read more »

COA: P4.99 billion Bayanihan funds for MSMEs unused

Adrian Ayalin, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 10 05:00 PM

Around half of the funds for loans to MSMEs remain unused under Bayanihan 2 as of mid-2021, auditors said. Read more »

'Strong economy to help PH endure Ukraine crisis'

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 07 03:11 PM

Sustaining economic activities under Alert Level 1 could help the country endure the Ukraine-Russia crisis, a Presidential Adviser said Monday. Read more »

Balut vendors make ends meet during pandemic

Photos and text by Alren Beronio, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Mar 05 07:18 PM

Walking around the city center and Baybay Boulevard in Borongan City, Eastern Samar while looking for potential customers, vendors shout the name of their product to get attention. Read more »

Why personal finance is integral to your dream future

JobStreet
Posted at Dec 15 03:00 PM

No matter what your employment status or current situation, proper handling of finances is important in achieving the future you dreamed for yourself. Read more »

Small business owners worried about stricter curbs anew

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 29 11:45 PM

Philippine business owners voice concern over the new Omicron COVID-19 variant and the possible reimposition of stricter lockdown measures. Read more »

The dangers and solutions to pity marketing

Allister Roy S. Chua
Posted at Nov 11 01:07 AM

Pity marketing is borderline emotional blackmail, as someone can be guilt-tripped into buying something that does not really add value for them. Read more »

Adding flavor to your food biz according to experts

McCormick
Posted at Sep 13 12:00 PM

McCormick's Together, We Flavor webinar discussed food innovation and helping local food business owners survive and thrive in these trying times. Read more »

Unleash your brand's creative side with this platform

TikTok for Business
Posted at Sep 10 10:00 AM

Connect with users who are at the forefront of the latest trends through TikTok For Business, and drive results for your brand today. Read more »

TODA drivers, market vendors enable cashless transactions

GCash
Updated as of Jun 24 02:56 PM

GCash continues to deepen partnerships with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), public sector entities and community organizations to provide access to financial services like QR on Demand, for a convenient and cashless payment option. Read more »

Enjoy 5x reward points by supporting local businesses

BDO-American Express
Posted at Jun 08 02:54 PM

Local businesses play an important role in keeping the economy afloat during the new normal, and helping them survive these crucial times is a community effort. Read more »

Tips to grow your business

BDO
Updated as of Jun 08 02:50 PM

Keeping the business on track during the current situation is a daunting challenge, but unyielding entrepreneurs are always finding new ways to keep going. Read more »

Gov't urged to waive license fees for small businesses: PCCI

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 26 08:16 AM

The national and local governments are urged to waive license fees for small businesses, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) said Monday. Read more »

Connected women are key to pandemic recovery in the Philippines

Beth Ann Lim, director for APAC Policy Programs and Government Outreach, Facebook
Posted at Mar 11 06:56 PM

Women represent half the world’s population and half of its potential to grow, create opportunities and to overcome poverty.  Read more »