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And the Breadwinner Is…: A bitter truth candy-coated with humor

A joke, they say, is half a truth, cleverly disguised.

Real estate prices tumble as BSP signals cooling market

Residential real estate prices in the Philippines have taken a significant dip, with the nationwide price index falling by 2.3 percent year-on-year (y-o-y) and 1.6 percent quarter-on-quarter (q-o-q) in Q3 2024.

FCDUs bolster foreign reserves as outstanding loans grow

Outstanding loans granted by the foreign currency deposit units (FCDUs) of Philippine banks reached USD15.75 billion, marking a 0.7 percent rise from the previous quarter and a 1.6 percent year-on-year increase.

PSE ends year strongest since 2019

The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) closed out 2024 on a high note, marking the first year-on-year gain since before the pandemic, as investors gained confidence despite external and internal challenges. The benchmark index, the PSEi, finished at 6,528.79 points, up 78.75 points or 1 percent from its 2023 close of 6,450.04 points, signaling a promising return to growth.

NFA ready for rice releases this holiday season 

National Food Authority administrator Larry R. Lacson assures the public that the agency is ready to release NFA rice to relief giving institutions in the occurrence of emergencies and calamities even on holidays.

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PhilPlans reminds Filipinos: Early memorial planning eases grief‑time financial strain

When an unexpected loss strikes, grieving families are often forced to make quick financial and logistical choices amid emotional distress—with only days to lock in funeral arrangements, coordinate with relatives, and gather funds for related costs. Pre‑planning, pre‑need provider PhilPlans says, is key to reducing this heavy burden for consumers, while also helping service providers deliver smoother, more predictable support during difficult periods.

BDO Unibank logs steady earnings growth amid tough economic backdrop

BDO Unibank, Inc. reported a nine‑month 2026 net income of ₱63.6 billion, slightly higher than the ₱63.1 billion recorded in the same period of 2025, with a 13.1 percent return on equity reflecting the bank’s solid core business performance.

CBS expands home financing through three developer tie-ups

China Bank Savings (CBS) is expanding its home financing business through partnerships with three property developers, targeting growing residential markets in CALABARZON and Central Visayas as it seeks to widen access to homeownership.

Prime Infra highlights integrated water, energy projects

Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. is positioning integrated water and energy infrastructure as a way to tackle multiple Philippine needs with fewer, more coordinated investments, spotlighting its Wawa Bulk Water and Power Complex at the World Infrastructure Forum in Madrid, Spain.
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