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BOP reverts to surplus in 2023

The country’s balance of payments (BOP) position, essentially what is left of the country's foreign currency earnings after its expenses have been deducted, stood as a surplus of USD1.9 billion in Q4 2023, more than three times the USD568 million surplus recorded in Q4 2022. 

South Korea scientists tout ‘beef rice’ as source of protein for the future

South Korean researchers have grown beef cells in rice grains in what they say is a major step towards achieving a sustainable, affordable and environmentally friendly source of protein that could replace farmed cattle for meat.

Gold set for first weekly dip in four amid US inflation heat

Gold eked out gains on Friday but was set for its first weekly drop in four weeks, as surprisingly hot U.S. inflation readings prompted traders to re-think on how swiftly and deeply the Federal Reserve could cut interest rates.

SM Investments boosting logistics segment to help drive domestic trade

SM Investments Corp. is beefing up investments in logistics to help spur more economic activity outside Metro Manila, where the parent company of the SM Group sees strong potential to drive future growth of its diverse businesses.

Globe widens 5G footprint with 894 new sites

Globe Telecom expanded its 5G footprint in 2023 by adding 894 new sites across the Philippines, a development seen as a major step towards enhancing its digital connectivity and empowering Filipinos worldwide.

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Truckers group rejects port protest, warns of supply disruptions 

The Alliance of Concerned Truck Owners and Organizations (ACTOO) has refused to join a weeklong “Rest Day” protest at Manila ports, warning that a halt in cargo movements could disrupt supply chains and hurt consumers.

PEZA eyes record investments a billion-dollar projects advance

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) expects to exceed its P300-billion investment target this year, citing a pipeline of major projects in semiconductors, aviation, electronics and hyperscaler-related solutions.

McDonald’s Chicken McDo Legends put crew excellence on the menu

Great fried chicken may win hearts, but consistency keeps customers coming back for more.

Pompano, inflation and the art of voting

Where I live, Thursday mornings are dedicated to the ritualistic pilgrimage to the local talipapa, a humble expedition to secure a week’s worth of sustenance for the household. Our modest needs are dictated less by appetite and more by the pragmatic demands of advancing age. Reaching for a favorite, I inquired about the price of a kilo of pompano—a fish that, not so long ago, went for a respectable ₱440.
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