Farmers are seen in a rice field in Bustos, Bulacan, Oct. 17, 2023. — KJ ROSALES, The Philippine Star By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter THE Philippines’ agricultural output posted modest growth in 2023 as crops, livestock, and poultry production improved, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said. Data from the PSA […]
IMF hikes PHL growth outlook for this year
Buildings are seen from the Pasig River Esplanade in Lawton Manila. — EDD GUMBAN, The Philippine Star By Keisha B. Ta-asan, Reporter THE PHILIPPINE economy is set to expand by 6% this year amid likely stronger recovery in investments and exports, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Tuesday. In […]
PHL ranking improves in global corruption index
Philippine flags are seen along a highway in Metro Manila. — Photo by Edd Gumban, The Philippine Star By Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza, Reporter THE PHILIPPINES’ ranking in a global corruption index by Transparency International inched up one spot with its score remaining at a record low, as Filipino governance […]
Q3 GDP growth revised to 6%
A vendor arranges dried fish at a stall in Manila, Aug. 10, 2023. — Edd Gumban, The Philippine Star THE PHILIPPINE economy expanded by 6% in the third quarter, slightly faster than initially reported, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The PSA upwardly revised the country’s gross domestic product […]
Philippines seals five-year Vietnam rice supply deal
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. met Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh during a courtesy call at the Grand Hall of the Government Headquarters in Hanoi, Vietnam on Jan. 30. — KJ ROSALES/PPA POOL/ THE PHILIPPINE STAR THE PHILIPPINES and Vietnam sealed several deals on Tuesday including one that will […]
PHL broadband market expanding but needs more support — telcos
PHILSTAR FILE PHOTO By Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, Reporter THE Philippine broadband market is expanding beyond the perceived duopoly, but there is a need for increased support to enhance service efficiency and reduce costs, according to industry players. Globe Telecom, Inc. Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer Maria Yolanda C. […]
Reinventing businesses for a sustainable future
Image by jcomp on Freepik By Mhicole A. Moral As the world continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change, economic growth, and social responsibility, business leaders are increasingly focusing on sustainability and long-term success. In order to thrive in the future, many businesses are looking for ways to […]
Cebu Pacific expects to complete aircraft purchase by first half
CEBUPACIFICAIR.COM BUDGET CARRIER Cebu Pacific, operated by Cebu Air, Inc., expects to complete its aircraft purchase by the first half of the year, its president said on Tuesday. “I think what we had initially said was maybe by the first quarter, but then first half was our latest guidance,” Alexander […]
ERC sets hearings for new rates in SPUG-served areas
PHILSTAR THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is set to conduct public hearings on the proposed new rates filed by the National Power Corp. (NPC) for the areas served by its Small Power Utilities Group (SPUG). The commission will conduct hearings from March to October to seek approval for the proposed […]
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FourE-com Center: The award-winning architectural design of FourE-Com Center in the MOA Complex has a fifth-level sky garden for employees and guests to rejuvenate and enjoy the outdoors within a secured setting. Revolutionizing the Landscape of Professional Spaces in the Philippines In a post-COVID era where the boundaries between work […]