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Metrobank market maker three years in series

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) is recognized by the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) as Top Market Maker for Government Securities Eligible Dealers (GSED) for 2024 during the celebration of its 126th anniversary. The bank snags the title for the third consecutive time and for helping government in its financing requirements and enhancing Filipinos’ access to investment opportunities.

Climate resilience programs for MSMEs show little for the effort—OECD

Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) continue to face significant hurdles in understanding how climate  change affect their operations, and still need extensive help to build resilience at the local level to ensure profitability and continuity, according to a recent study.

GSIS-JICA collaboration boosts protection of government insurable assets

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) partners with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to improve the protection of public properties and assets against disasters.

CALAX Cavite segment completion only 12 months away

MPCALA Holdings Inc. on Friday eyed the completion of the new interchange at the Cavite segment of the Cavite Laguna Expressway (Calax) by end of 2024.

GoThyme, PayMongo team up to provide SMEs with accessible business loans

GoTyme Bank and PayMongo Philippines, Inc. have signed a pioneering partnership to expand financial inclusion among small- and medium-size enterprises by making business loans more accessible under PayMongo’s merchant ecosystem. 

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Meralco strengthens earthquake readiness via full-scale drills

When the ground shakes, readiness cannot remain on paper. For Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), preparedness means putting plans, people, technology, and partnerships through their paces—before a real emergency does.

Philippines export streak hits 35-year high momentum

The Philippines’ export boom is showing signs of staying power, with merchandise shipments climbing 27.8 percent in August to USD9.11 billion—the highest monthly level in 35 years, the Department of Trade and Industry said.

SMPC rightsizes workforce; seawater inflows curb Acacia mine operations

Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) is adjusting its workforce as persistent and rising seawater ingress restricts activity at its Acacia mine, with flows now overwhelming existing pumping capacity.

Blu Girls’ Asian Games medal wait continues

The Philippine Blu Girls will have to wait a little longer for their first Asian Games softball medal after Chinese Taipei turned Saturday's bronze-medal match into a three-inning rout.
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