THE Philippine Retailers Association (PRA) said it expects the retail industry’s contribution to the economy to grow by at least one percentage point…
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THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has imposed a fine of P3.5 million on the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) over its…
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THE National Government’s (NG) gross borrowing rose 43% year on year in July as the budget deficit widened in recent months, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr)…
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Gov’t urged to encourage private sector investment in schools charging low fees
THE GOVERNMENT should encourage investment in schools by charging affordable tuition to improve access to education, a congressional think tank said. The Congressional…
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IN BRIEF: • Companies can keep pace with rapid technological advancements by embracing digital transformation, upskilling employees to work with AI, and ensuring…
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THE Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said it has terminated the printing contract for Philippine Identification System cards, or the National ID. “This…
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THE Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) called on the Senate to make progress on the Open Access in Data Transmission Act, or Konektadong Pinoy…
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E-visa, VAT refund scheme seen crucial for PHL ambition to become ‘shopping capital’
E-VISA and value-added tax (VAT) refunds for international visitors will help establish the Philippines as a shopping destination, Secretary Frederick D. Go said.…
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THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) is moving towards the approval of a $500-million loan to support Philippine efforts to mitigate climate-related disasters, the…
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DATA CENTERS will require more funding from the budget to better handle the expected surge in data as the government digitizes, the Department…