Economy

Villar bats for the creation of more MSMEs

Since the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) comprise more than 99 percent of the businesses in our country and provide more than 65 percent of employment, Senator Cynthia A. Villar...

PH among top picks as emerging market stocks

MANILA -- The local stock market is poised for a new bull run following its strong performance, as investors prefer emerging market (EM) stocks with the Philippines among the frontrunners. “With high volume...

NEDA okays public safety, bridge projects

MANILA -- The National Economic and Development Authority’s (NEDA) Investment Coordination Committee-Cabinet Committee (ICC-CabCom) has approved two projects worth PHP31.68 million, including those that aim to ensure public order and safety. The...

Renewed confidence after end of Marawi conflict to further accelerate growth

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) sees further pickup in business and consumer confidence in Mindanao now that the Marawi conflict has ended and rehabilitation on the way. Socioeconomic Planning Secretary...

Aquino calls on rural banks to expand support to small businesses

Senator Bam Aquino urged rural banks to expand their services to more small businesses, saying many local entrepreneurs still need access to reasonable loan packages that can help them grow their...

PEZA urges immediate proclamation of ecozones

MANILA -- The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is asking the Office of the President (OP) to accelerate approval and proclamation of new economic zones. This is after only six out of...

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