The local stock market continued to lose ground as investors expect a rate hike by the central bank. The main index dropped 47.52 points or 0.69 percent to close at 6,791.24 as the rate-sensitive Property sector led all sub-indices down. Volume improved to 969 million shares worth P7.37 billion as...
Transforming consumption and production patterns will be vital in accelerating the country’s shift toward a more sustainable and climate-smart economy, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said. In the event Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028: From Plan to Action focusing on...
It is rational to have high standards for the things that matter the most – especially if it’s your home. Naturally, you would want only the best – be it in terms of location, amenities, or the lifestyle it offers. When you find the one that ticks all the boxes, though, saying yes becomes...
From left: Nellibeth V. Mercado, DSWD Division Chief, Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program; Barry R. Chua, MD, DSWD Regional Director IV A; Mark Dewey Sergio, Managing Director, Knauf Gypsum Philippines, Inc.; and Lo Sarmiento Finance Head, Knauf Gypsum Philippines, Inc. Knauf Gypsum Philippines,...
Local share prices started the week lower as investors wait for the Bangko Sentral’s rate-setting meeting on Thursday. The main index dropped 38.93 points or 0.55 percent to close at 6,838.76 with sectoral indices evenly split but weighed down by losses of Conglomerates. A total of 1 billion...
The Governance Commission for Government-Owned or-Controlled Corporations (GCG) initiated a dialogue with the Clark Development Corp. (CDC) to come up with an amicable solution to the Compensation and Position Classification System (CPCS). In a statement, Alex L. Quiroz, GCG chairperson said they...
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has committed to support the Philippine government's infrastructure projects that are focused on socio-economic development, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said on Sunday, Feb. 12. During his state visit in Japan, President...
The local stock market bounced from the previous day’s drop as funds adjusted their portfolio after the MSCI rebalancing. The main index added 34.0 points or 0.50 percent to close at 6,876.79 as the Industrial sector led the advance while the Services counter retreated. Volume amounted to 824...
Here’s an innovative 6-year program for Grade 10 graduates ALL IN SIX The Six-Year Integrated University Program (6YP) of University of Asia & the Pacific combines Senior High, Bachelor’s, and Master's degrees in just six years Maria Alexandria Patricia Decena, at 22, has a master’s...
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has its own way of empowering women and prioritizing them, and this by providing them with skills training and livelihood programs. (TESDA/Manila Bulletin) In a statement, TESDA Director General Danilo Cruz said that the agency has...
Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program logo (FACEBOOK) The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) so far identified 750,000 households that will replace the graduate-beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), said Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Friday, Feb. 10....
Ranking House members led by Speaker Martin Romualdez are batting for the creation, operation, administration, and coordination of so-called Special Agricultural Growth Zones (SAGZ) in the Philippines. House Speaker Martin Romualdez (Speaker’s office) For this purpose, Speaker Romualdez; House...
