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BSP Governor Remolona recognized among World’s Best Central Bankers

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. was honored with an “A-” rating by Global Finance Magazine in its 2024 Central Banker Report Cards, recognizing his leadership and the BSP’s performance over the past year.

Philippine economy grows a slower 5.2% in 3Q

The Philippine economy expanded by 5.2 percent year-on-year in the third quarter, a slower pace mainly due to the contraction in agriculture as a result of El Niño and several typhoons that negatively impacted farm output, along with a moderation in the growth of industry and services.

Robinsons Land nine-month profit up 13% on portfolio gains

Robinsons Land Corp., the property arm of the Gokongwei Group, saw nine-month net income rise 13 percent year-on-year to P10.01 billion on the back of growth across its real estate portfolio.

Philippine banks remain strong, driven by solid growth and reforms

Philippine banks have demonstrated sustained growth and resilience, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) in its recently released Report on the Philippine Financial System for the First Semester of 2024.

Lenovo Philippines partners with MEC Networks to expand software distribution

Lenovo Philippines has bolstered its local software distribution capabilities through a new partnership with MEC Networks Corporation.

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Treasury bill yields up after BSP rate hike

The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) raised P54.2 billion from its Treasury bill (T-bill) and Cash Management Bill (CMB) auction, buoyed by strong investor demand, although it partially awarded bids for the 364-day T-bill amid elevated borrowing costs.

TaiwanLink Fair highlights Taiwan-Philippines business ties

The inaugural TaiwanLink Fair 2026 brought Taiwanese businesses together with Philippine government officials and industry representatives for two days of exhibitions, networking and cultural exchange at Glorietta Activity Center on Oct. 24 and 25.

NPC, BIR discuss privacy safeguards for registration seal badge

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) have discussed safeguards for personal information under the tax agency’s Registration Seal Badge program following concerns from taxpayers and other stakeholders.

Philexport urges businesses to prepare for prolonged El Niño

The Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexport) is urging businesses to strengthen contingency plans for water shortages, rising energy costs and supply disruptions as strong El Niño conditions are expected to persist into early 2027.
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