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In a stunning turn of events at the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, the Philippine men’s curling team delivered successive jaw-dropping upsets, defeating powerhouse Japan in the semifinal qualifiers and the host nation, China, in the semifinals.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) held steady its target reverse repurchase, or borrowing, rate at 5.75 percent at the monetary policy meeting Thursday and kept the interest rates on the overnight deposit and lending facilities unchanged at 5.25 percent and 6.25 percent, respectively. The decision comes as the central bank monitors the risks surrounding inflation and domestic growth amid heightened global policy uncertainty.

Unicapital Inc., one of the leading local brokers, has revised its year-end forecast for the benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) to 7,800 points, down from the previous estimate of 8,000 points. The adjustment, however, still indicates a notable growth outlook for the market, with a potential 10 percent rise from the current level of 6,529 points.

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has entered into a strategic partnership with EastWest Bank to offer exclusive discounts and rewards to EastWest credit cardholders, enhancing the travel experience of its customers.

The Lopez-led First Philippine Industrial Park (FPIP) in Batangas has earned recognition from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) for its commitment to water safety.