Jobless rate rises in June as labor market shows mixed signals
The Philippines' unemployment rate rose to 4.9 percent in June from 4.8 percent in May, as the number of jobless Filipinos climbed to 2.59 million, underscoring the uneven pace of labor market recovery despite an increase in overall employment.
Semaglutide study raises fresh questions about bone health
Semaglutide has become one of the biggest success stories in obesity treatment, helping many patients lose 15 percent to 20 percent of their body weight. But new research suggests the celebrated weight-loss drug may come with an overlooked trade-off, at least in mice, by temporarily weakening bones even more than dieting alone.
Philippine farm output posts 2.9% growth in Q2
Philippine agriculture gathered momentum in the second quarter as all four major farm subsectors expanded, signaling a broader recovery that could bolster food supply and help temper inflation despite persistent climate and animal disease risks.
Gold rally powers OceanaGold, doubling profits
OceanaGold (Philippines) Inc. more than doubled second-quarter profit as soaring gold prices more than compensated for lower production, highlighting how a buoyant bullion market continues to shield miners from operational headwinds.
Chinabank profit climbs in H1 on lending growth
China Banking Corp. posted another solid quarter, with first-half earnings rising 11 percent as robust loan growth, stronger interest income and healthier asset quality offset higher operating expenses.
