PH seen to miss 2025 growth targets — World Bank
The economy is expected to grow more slowly this year than previously hoped, according to a new World Bank assessment bared Tuesday.
McDonald’s opens Green & Good store in Cebu
World famous fast food chain, McDonald’s, marked its 44th year in the Philippines with the opening of a new Green and Good store at Il Corso Cebu recently, reinforcing the food company’s twin push for sustainability and inclusive employment.
PEZA Investments soar to P207B, up 3% On Year
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has cleared a major milestone, approving investments worth P207.577 billion from January to November, surpassing last year’s P201.55 billion tally. The approvals cover 281 new and expansion projects, marking a 2.99-percent increase in investment value and an 18-percent jump in project count from 239 in 2024.
First Balfour marks 56th year With record football cup
First Balfour Inc., the Lopez Group’s construction and engineering arm, celebrated its 56th anniversary with the 6th First Balfour Football Cup, drawing a record 18 teams—nearly triple the number from its inaugural 2019 tournament.
NFA scores major win in rice auction, frees up storage for new harvest
The National Food Authority (NFA) finally succeeded in auctioning off nearly 16,000 metric tons of aging rice on December 5, clearing much-needed space in its warehouses after months of unsuccessful attempts.
