Residential real estate prices of various types of new housing units in the Philippines continued to increase in 4Q 2023, rising by 6.5 percent year-on-year, albeit lower than the 12.9 percent growth in 3Q 2023. Quarter-on-quarter, the index contracted by 3.6 percent, which is a reversal of the 3.4 percent growth registered in 3Q 2023.
Below-capacity water levels at hydroelectric facilities in the Luzon grid has increased the likelihood of so-called yellow alerts being issued in the hot months ahead, the Department of Energy (DOE) said.
The Philippines will need more investment to develop its young talent pool, critical infrastructure and renewable energy to sustain its robust economic growth and become a formidable player in the world economy, said Borge Brende, president of the World Economic Forum.
Globe Telecom Inc. has expanded its network infrastructure in Lipa City and several municipalities in Batangas to meet growing demand for fast and reliable connectivity.
Mixed movements in local fuel prices are expected starting Tuesday, according to Jetti Petroleum Inc., with gasoline prices projected to rise by P0.20 to P0.40 per liter, while diesel prices may either remain unchanged or drop by P0.20 per liter.
West zone water concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. is set to push through with its long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) in the coming weeks, after securing commitments from cornerstone investors who will take up over half of the offered shares.