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‘Vapedemic’ killing tobacco industry’
The proliferation of illegal, disposable vapes is reportedly killing the local tobacco industry as it reduces demand for tobacco-based products, leaving farmers with a shrinking market base......»»
Smoking: Research shows its lasting effect after quitting
Researchers are still discovering how smoking continues to harm people’s health even years after they quit, with a new study on Wednesday revealing tobacco’s lasting effect on the immune system. Despite the tobacco industry long fighting to conceal the dangers of smoking, tobacco is now known to kill more than eight million people globally a.....»»
Philippines to intensify measures vs tobacco use
The Philippines has vowed to intensify its measures against tobacco use, in line with an international treaty that seeks to address what it called the “tobacco epidemic.” .....»»
10 Indonesians with P398M tobacco products aboard vessel nabbed in Tawi-Tawi
ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews / 22 February)—Ten Indonesian nationals with P398 million worth of undocumented tobacco products were apprehended on February 1 in the sea off Tawi-Tawi, belated reports from the Naval Forces Western Command (NFWM) said. Lt. Chester Ross Cabaltera, public affairs officer, said in a press release and subsequent phone interview that the National […].....»»
Philippines urged to prioritize health over trade at global tobacco control talks
Delegates from around the world gather in Panama this week for the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control......»»
First Gen income up 4 percent to P15.4 billion in 2023
Lopez-led power firm First Gen Corp. grew its income by four percent to P15.4 billion in 2023, from the previous year’s profit of P14.3 billion, mainly due to contributions from its geothermal subsidiary Energy Development Corp......»»
PMI eyes use of Philippines tobacco in smoke-free products
Philip Morris International plans to use locally produced tobacco leaves in its smoke-free products following the inauguration of the P8.8-billion expansion of its local affiliate’s factory......»»
Maynilad to sell P15-B of Blue Bonds to fund capex projects ahead of IPO
Maynilad Water Services, a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments and an affiliate of DMCI Holdings, disclosed its application to the SEC to sell up to P15 billion worth of fixed-rate “Blue Bonds” in the last week of May, for listing on PDEx in the first week of June......»»
Maynilad nears maiden P15 billion blue bond issue
Maynilad Water Services Inc. moves closer to the issuance of its maiden blue bond sale of up to P15 billion after submitting necessary documents to regulators......»»
DMCI, Marubeni investing P15 billion for property venture
DMCI Homes of the Consunji family and Japanese trading conglomerate Marubeni Corp. are investing around P15 billion for their real estate joint venture project......»»
Naga lotto player wins P15.8 million jackpot
A bettor in Naga City in Camarines Sur won P15.8 million in the Mega Lotto 6/45 drawn on Wednesday night......»»
Government raises IPAs project approval threshold to P15 billion
The government has increased the investment capital threshold assigned to investment promotion agencies (IPAs) to P15 billion in a bid to promote the ease of doing business......»»
BIR eyes P325 billion from excise taxes
The Bureau of Internal Revenue targets to collect higher excise taxes of up to P325 billion this year as the government moves to improve the regulatory environment and address the still rampant illicit trade......»»
Government t sees more revenue from e-cigarette taxes
The domestic electronic cigarette and vape industry are expected to contribute in hitting the government’s revenue collection goal, as players are urged to pay the right taxes amid Filipinos’ shift to alternative smoking......»»
Recto urged to pursue progressive taxes
Newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto should backpedal from pursuing consumption-based taxes and instead focus on more progressive ones in order to generate revenues amid the country’s limited fiscal space, economists said......»»
‘No new taxes likely until 2028’
The stance of Finance Secretary Ralph Recto against new taxes could extend until the end of the administration as the government will try to focus on improving tax collection efficiency first......»»
Government to limit debt as new taxes hang
With outstanding debt at a record high, the government may have to go slow with its borrowing spree, at least for now, amid its no new taxes stance and the still elevated interest rate environment......»»
Recto: Government no plans of imposing additional taxes
Recto: Government no plans of imposing additional taxes.....»»
Manila LGU extends deadline for applications for business permits and licenses, payment of taxes and fees
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna announced that the city government has extended the deadline for the filing of applications of business permits and licenses as well as the payment of taxes and fees. This, according to Lacuna, is meant to give business owners and the taxpayers of Manila more time to settle their dues. The mayor […].....»»
Mandaue: Avoid fines, pay taxes by Jan. 20
Mandaue: Avoid fines, pay taxes by Jan. 20.....»»