Retail Sales in US Fall Short of Expectations Following Previous Month’s Decline
US retail sales saw a slight increase of 0.6% in February, falling short of predictions and sparking worries about consumer spending strength. This uptick follows.....»»
Nvidia exceeds expectations with strong results and forecasts as China sales decline significantly
Nvidia (NVDA) Exceeds Expectations with Strong Fourth-Quarter Earnings Graphics chip giant Nvidia (NVDA) has reported fourth-quarter earnings that surpassed analysts’ expectations, both on the top.....»»
NCR retail price growth steady in December – PSA
Retail prices of goods in Metro Ma- nila snapped a three-month downtrend as it maintained its pace of growth in December from the previous month, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority......»»
Ferrari stock surges on upbeat 2024 profit forecast, as luxury demand remains strong
Ferrari Exceeds Expectations with Strong Q4 Sales Results Italian luxury car manufacturer Ferrari has achieved outstanding sales results in the fourth quarter of 2023, leading.....»»
Inflation rises 3.4% in February, ending 4-month decline
The country's inflation rate gained momentum in February 2024 as the costs of food and non-alcoholic beverages surged, ending a four-month decline......»»
Globe reports steep 73.7% decline in blocked bank-related spam, scam SMS in 2023
The telecommunications company Globe has reported a significant 73.7% decrease in the number of blocked spam and scam SMS related to banks in 2023. This reduction is a result of the interception of 21.9 million bank-related fraudulent messages, a sharp decline from the 83.39 million messages blocked the previous year. Globe attributes this achievement to its proactive strategies and strong partnerships with major banks and financial institutions in the Philippines. The company has established anti-fraud alliances with the Bankers Association of the Philippines and individual players in the finance sector, enabling the sharing of data and intelligence to prevent and investigate fraud effectively. Anton Bonifacio, Chief Information Security Officer at Globe, emphasized the company's commitment to combating financial fraud and enhancing security measures for customer protection. Globe has invested approximately US$20 million to improve its spam and scam SMS detection and blocking system and operates a 24/7 Security Operations Center to filter out unwanted messages from both international and domestic sources. Despite certain limitations, Globe remains dedicated to customer protection and emphasizes the need for a unified approach in the fight against fraud. The company is focused on leveraging technology and strengthening alliances with key stakeholders to combat fraudulent activities. As Globe continues to advance its technologies and collaborations, it aims to provide a safer and more secure digital environment for its customers. For more information about Globe and its initiatives, visit www.globe.com.ph. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
Vehicle sales seen to reach 500,000 units this year
Vehicle sales in the country may hit 500,000 unit sales this year, driven by new models and production as well as better economic performance......»»
Sari-sari stores post P8 billion in sales in 2023
Small neighborhood variety (sari-sari) stores in the Philippines recorded sales of more than P8 billion in 2023, more than 21 percent higher than the previous year’s tally of P6.6 billion, according to a study conducted by analytics startup Packworks......»»
Drug supply in Visayas to decline after P9.68B ‘shabu’ haul in Batangas
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The drug supply in Visayas region is expected to drop dramatically following the seizure of P9.68 billion worth of shabu in a Batangas port. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7) said it is anticipating the decline since the seized contraband is expected to be distributed to the southern.....»»
Daily Guardian: Delta Airlines (NYSE:DAL) Shares Decline Following Revised FY24 Forecast
Delta Airlines (NYSE:DAL) experienced a decline in pre-market trading as it reported its Q4 and FY23 results, causing concerns among investors. The airline’s FY24 earnings.....»»
‘Rice retail prices down by P2/kilo’
The retail prices of rice decreased by P2 per kilo as well-milled rice went down to P52 per kilo compared to the previous P54 per kilo, according to farmers’ group Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura......»»
Pork SRP sought amid high retail prices
A suggested retail price on pork should be imposed amid high retail prices resulting from tight local supply caused by the African swine fever outbreak in the country, according to the Pork Producers Federation of the Philippines......»»
Smart Sports Scribes fall short vs Smileys in PSA Cup thriller
AJ Bolando scored 19 points and Julio Sampedro added 18, but those weren’t enough as the Smart Sports Scribes came up short against the Say Chiz Smileys in a thrilling 66-64 contest in the opening of the 2024 Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Cup......»»
Biz Bureau surpasses 43-K permit renewals
The Davao City Business Bureau has achieved a significant milestone by processing over 43,000 business permit renewals as of January 29, 2024, surpassing last year's numbers. Maribel Paguican, the Head of the Business Bureau, revealed this accomplishment in a radio interview on January 30, 2024. She highlighted the bureau's performance, stating that they had already exceeded the previous year's figures by 270 renewals. Despite the positive outcome, Paguican acknowledged that they are still short of reaching the 46,000 permits issued the previous year. With approximately 2,890 renewals remaining, including 291 applicants considering retirement, the bureau anticipates around 2,599 renewal applicants. Paguican emphasized the upcoming retirement deadline on January 31, urging business owners to comply to avoid penalties ranging from P1,000 to P5,000. She also advised on the required documentation for retirement, emphasizing the importance of submitting the necessary paperwork to facilitate the process......»»
Philippine food firms’ sales hit $133 million in Dubai fair
Philippine food companies generated $133 million worth of export sales from a food trade show held in Dubai last month, according to the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions......»»
Employees Enter a so-so Era: The Latest Jobs Report – The Daily Guardian
January’s Jobs Report Exceeds Expectations, Indicating Positive Outlook for Labor Market In a surprising turn of events, the jobs report for January has defied expectations.....»»
8 short films ng mga estudyante, isasabak sa Manila Film Fest
May walong short films mula sa 69 entry ang napili na sumabak sa Manila Film Festival sa darating na Hunyo 4, 2024. The post 8 short films ng mga estudyante, isasabak sa Manila Film Fest first appeared on Abante......»»
Groseclose exits short track speed skating event in Winter Youth Olympics
Filipino speed skater Peter Groseclose came up short in the quarterfinals of the men's 1000m short track speed skating event at the 2024 Gangwon Winter Youth Olympics Sunday......»»
Cebu City OBO temporarily closes condo unit after child’s fatal fall
Cebu City OBO temporarily closes condo unit after child’s fatal fall.....»»
‘The Fall Guy’ nina Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt handog para sa stuntmen, crew
STUNTMAN, pero bida sa pelikula. Ganyan ang magiging peg ng kakaibang bagong action comedy film na “The Fall Guy” na pagbibidahan ng Hollywood stars na sina Ryan Gosling at Emily Blunt. Ang karakter ni Ryan ay bilang si “Colt” na ilang taon nang nagsisilbing stuntman para sa A-list star na si Tom Ryder na ginagampanan.....»»
‘The Fall Guy’ nina Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt handog para sa stuntmen, crew
STUNTMAN, pero bida sa pelikula. Ganyan ang magiging peg ng kakaibang bagong action comedy film na “The Fall Guy” na pagbibidahan ng Hollywood stars na sina Ryan Gosling at Emily Blunt. Ang karakter ni Ryan ay bilang si “Colt” na ilang taon nang nagsisilbing stuntman para sa A-list star na si Tom Ryder na ginagampanan.....»»