The government will sell P30 billion, its first retail Treasury bond (RTB) for the year catering to small Filipino savers, the Bureau of the Treasury announced. In a notice, the Treasury bureau said the government will launch this month another RTB, offering a minimum principal amount of P30...
Two members of the Gokongwei group, Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) and Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI), have made it to the 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI). RLC and RRHI comprise half of the only four listed companies in the Philippines included in this year’s roster, alongside...
The Department of Finance (DOF) said the recently approved amendments to retail trade liberalization law along with other economic loosening initiatives will support the continued recovery of trade and economic activity in the country. Finance Undersecretary Gil S. Beltran said the nearly a quarter...
In 1995, we got a glimpse of the future of fashion through the movie “Clueless.” No, it is not about the plaid-argyle costumes but Cher Horowitz’s virtual wardrobe. A computer presents an image of her and allows her to mix and match pieces. It was the most-envied closet of the time. Still...
NEDA cites 3 crucial economic measures By Chino S. Leyco The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) has identified three economic liberalization measures that are crucial in accelerating economic growth this year and beyond. In a statement, Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Karl Kendrick...
Gokongweis buying out Japanese partner in PH Ministop franchise By JAMES A. LOYOLA Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc. (RRHI) through its wholly owned subsidiary, Robinsons Supermarket Corporation, is buying out its Japanese partner and taking full control of the Ministop franchise in the Philippines....
Senate Minority Leader Franklin M. Drilon on Monday said he is confident that the newly-signed law easing the entry of foreign retail enterprises in the Philippines will help pave the way for the country’s economic recovery. Drilon is referring to Republic Act No. 11595 also known as the Retail...
The Department of Finance (DOF) has commended President Duterte and the members of Congress for the enactment of a law that will further liberalize the economy and open up the country to more foreign direct investments (FDIs). Finance Sec. Carlos Dominguez III In a statement, Finance Secretary...
President Duterte has made it easier for foreigners to invest in the Philippine retail sector. (Mark Balmores/ File photo/ MANILA BULLETIN) This, after Duterte signed into law Republic Act (RA) No.11595, which amended RA No. 8762 or the two-decade old Retail Trade Liberalization Act. The full title...
Japan's famous coffee shop is now ready to serve Pinoy coffee lovers with its store in Power Plant Mall, Makati City Just in time for Christmas, Japan’s famous Omotesando Koffee invites Filipino coffee lovers to try a new caffeine experience with the launch of its first-ever store at Power Plant...
The Gokongwei family’s investment in Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. is resulting in synergies between the Gokongwei’s retail business and the restaurant chain. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Shakey’s announced plans to reopen Project Pie at Shopwise Hypermarket...
Savemore, a grocery chain owned by SM Retail through SM Markets, has branched out to a new format called Savemore Express as it applies valuable lessons learned about how new local community needs will continue on even after the pandemic. While a regular Savemore store typically covers 1,500 to...
