The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) should create a small loan program for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with no interest rate, Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa said. Dela Rosa raised this during the confirmation hearing of Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)...
Ever wondered what happened to your favorite local shop? Did it close due to staffing shortages or limited growth potential? The small business landscape continues to expand, but the biggest challenge remains: longevity. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported over a million...
Small businesses affected by typhoon Kristine were encouraged to avail of a loan offered by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque (RTVM Screenshot) In a Palace briefing on Friday, Oct. 25, DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque disclosed that the agency has...
Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion believes that the Philippines’ fast-rising digital economy offers significant opportunities for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Concepcion highlighted how digital technology has leveled the playing field for MSMEs, providing them with access...
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Acting Secretary Ma. Christina Roque the integration of Trade, Technology & Tourism (3T’s) into her five-point micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) plan. At the 2024 Metro Manila Business Conference (MMBC), Roque presented her five-point plan,...
The International Finance Corp. (IFC) is ramping-up investments in non-bank lenders in the Philippines, in line with its push to support more small businesses and boost financial inclusion. The IFC disclosed on Aug. 28 that its board will approve on Sept. 27 a loan investment in Asialink...
State-run Small Business Corp. (SBCorp) has unveiled a special loan facility to provide financial assistance to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) affected by Typhoon Carina. In a statement on Thursday, Aug. 29, SBCorp, the financing arm of the Department of Trade and Industry, announced...
Filipino entrepreneurs will be mentored by alumni of the Harvard Business School in a free entrepreneurship event organized by non-profit group Go Negosyo this weekend. Photo courtesy of Go Negosyo Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion said the Harvard alumni will mentor micro-, small and medium-sized...
SM Supermalls and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) have joined forces to create a beacon of hope for Micro-, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) affected by Typhoon Carina. The DTI-SM MSME Calamity Recovery Care Center offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to help businesses...
By TARA YAP ILOILO CITY – Three groups were awarded the 2024 Presidential Recognition for Outstanding Development Partners for pushing micro, small, and medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Western Visayas region. REPRESENTATIVES of the Capiz State University Intellectual Property Management Office,...
By TARA YAP ILOILO CITY – The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry-Iloilo Chapter was recently awarded the 2024 Presidential Recognition for Outstanding Development Partners, a flagship initiative of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) for micro, small, and medium enterprises...
President Marcos will issue an executive order (EO) to institutionalize the development plan for small businesses in the country. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. leads the 2024 Presidential Awards for Outstanding Micro, Small, Medium Enterprises and Presidential Recognition for...
