Recto sets sights on ‘more realistic’ targets
Nearly a month in office, the head of the government’s economic team is already looking at a review of growth and fiscal targets this year and over the medium term, noting that global developments should prompt for “more realistic” expectations......»»
Recto sees ‘realistic’ 6-6.5 percent growth for Philippines
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is looking at a “more realistic” economic growth of at least six to 6.5 percent for this year, with medium-term economic expansion likely to be tempered as well......»»
Nickel Asia sets net zero targets
Mining firm Nickel Asia Corp. is strengthening its commitment toward sustainability as it submitted its emissions reduction targets to the global Science Based Targets Initiative......»»
Budget surplus unlikely to last – Recto
The record budget surplus in January is unlikely to be sustained over the coming months, more so for the rest of the year, but the government is not worried so long as revenue targets are achieved, according to Finance Secretary Ralph Recto......»»
Health targets will deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders
The coalition Government's commitment to five key health targets will drive better outcomes for all New Zealanders, in the concluding announcement to its 100 day plan.Health Minister Dr Shane Reti announced the targets in Whangrei, saying they represented a vigorous new direction in health from a Government determined to deliver for all New Zealanders. "These five.....»»
To raise gov’t revenues, Recto says solution need not involve new taxes
New Finance Secretary Ralph Recto says non-tax efforts like helping businesses comply with the law will help government meet its revenue targets.....»»
Ralph Recto named as new Finance secretary
In a statement, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said that he welcomes Recto’s appointment as the new Finance chief, remarking that Recto was known in the Senate as the “resident numbers genius.”.....»»
Recto floats FTA with US executives
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has floated the potential of a free trade agreement with the United States as he seeks more economic and investment opportunities with the world’s biggest economy......»»
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......»»
GCash sets sights on further international expansion
With GCash Overseas, Filipinos in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Germany, Qatar, Kuwait, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia can now download and use the GCash app, whether they have Philippine SIMs or local mobile phone numbers in the countries or territories where they live......»»
Cua seeks 4th double as Ronald Barrios Cup tennis tilt fires off
Dhea Cua sets her sights on a remarkable fourth consecutive “double” victory in the Ronald Barrios Cup National Juniors Tennis Championships......»»
Flu-stricken Singson ready for PLO, pro golf debut
Down with flu-like symptoms, Mafy Singson remains unwavering in her focus on the upcoming Philippine Ladies Open even as she sets her sights on her professional debut......»»
Reig marked man in CamSur
Irienold Reig Jr. faces a challenging task as he sets his sights on a second triathlon crown in the men’s division of the 5150 Triathlon CamSur slated tomorrow in Camarines Sur......»»
Reig on hunt for 2nd triathlon title in 5150 CamSur
Irienold Reig Jr. faces a challenging task as he sets his sights on a second triathlon crown in the men’s division of the 5150 Triathlon CamSur slated Sunday, February 11, in Camarines Sur......»»
Biden Sets Sights On Las Vegas Before Nevada s Primary
Reno, Nevada - President Joe Biden's latest campaign swing is taking him across the country to Nevada, where the "first-in-the-West" primaries are underway with early and absentee voting. But the Democrat and his team are also using the visit to shore up support for the general election in November.Biden was arriving in Las Vegas on Sunday for appearances through Monday after spending part of the weekend in Cali.....»»
Blacklist Rivalry just getting started with Predator League win
Blacklist Rivalry's win at the Asia-Pacific Predator League last Sunday is just the beginning for the team as it sets it sights on the 2024 season......»»
Angels earn No. 1 seeding in semis
Petro Gazz knows it would need all the talent it could get for it to have a realistic chance at a breakthrough Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference championship......»»
2 high-value targets nabbed, P6.8-M shabu seized
2 high-value targets nabbed, P6.8-M shabu seized.....»»
DALI targets 950 stores by year-end
DALI Everyday Grocery plans to open at least 300 new branches in Luzon as it targets to expand its total stores to as much as 950 by the end of the year, a ranking executive said......»»
Recto bats for tax, tariff relief for hybrids
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is in favor of granting reduced excise tax and preferential tariff to hybrid vehicles......»»
Ralph Recto’s 4Ms: How to survive the Cabinet – and the role of media
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto gets wise advice on how to survive as a member of the Cabinet, and adds a piece of his own.....»»