Stocks up, peso breaches 56:$1
The stock market posted slight gains yesterday as it tracked upswing in US markets, while the peso weakened and breached the 56 to $1 barrier......»»
‘BSP ready to mitigate excessive peso volatility’
Monetary authorities are ready to mitigate any “unnecessary movement” and “excessive volatility” in the foreign exchange market as the peso sank to fresh 17-month lows against the dollar, according to Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona Jr......»»
Peso underperformance likely to continue – MUFG
The Philippine peso may continue to underperform against the dollar this quarter amid the country’s wide current account deficit and expensive foreign exchange valuations, Tokyo-based MUFG Bank said......»»
DOH calls for good maintenance of vaccine stocks amid high temperature
DOH calls for good maintenance of vaccine stocks amid high temperature.....»»
Stocks extend losing streak
Local stocks continued its descent as investors took a cautious approach ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas policy meeting......»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, March 11
TOKYO -- Tokyo stocks closed significantly lower on Monday amid a strong yen and concerns for an overheated market following the overnight losses of tech-related shares in the Wall Street market. Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock index, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average, ended down 868.45 points, or 2.19 percent, from Friday to close the day at 38,820.49, the lowest level since Feb. 21. (Japan-Tokyo Stocks).....»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, March 11
TOKYO -- Tokyo stocks closed significantly lower on Monday amid a strong yen and concerns for an overheated market following the overnight losses of tech-related shares in the Wall Street market. Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock index, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average, ended down 868.45 points, or 2.19 percent, from Friday to close the day at 38,820.49, the lowest level since Feb. 21. (Japan-Tokyo Stocks).....»»
Stocks advance anew on rosy corporate earnings
Local stocks advanced for a second consecutive session as rosy corporate earnings provided a boost to investor sentiment......»»
Stocks rebound as Wall Street bounces back
Local stocks bounced back yesterday to close the week on a positive note as the local bourse mirrored gains in the US market......»»
Stocks rebound on encouraging GDP numbers
Local stocks rebounded from a two-day slump after Philippine economic growth was reported at 5.6 percent yesterday......»»
Philippine stocks fall as investors realign holdings
Local stocks tumbled yesterday ahead of month-end realigning of portfolios......»»
Stocks snap 3-day rally as investors take profits
Local stocks took a breather yesterday, ending a three-day rally as investors cashed in on the market’s recent gains......»»
Philippine stocks rise after Wall Street gains
Philippine stocks rose yesterday, mirroring gains in the US market......»»
Stocks move in step with Asia-wide rally
Local stocks recovered yesterday, moving in step with Asian peers, ahead of US inflation data that could influence the Federal Reserve’s thinking on rate cuts, while the crypto world got a boost after exchange-traded funds to track Bitcoin were approved in the United States......»»
Philippine stocks advance following Wall Street rally
Philippine stocks bounced back yesterday, aligning with the recovery in Wall Street......»»
Inconvenient
Two years ago, the Paris-based International Arbitration Tribunal awarded almost $15 billion in restitution to the heirs of the Sultanate of Sulu. The Sultanate had filed a suit against Malaysia for breaches relating to the lease of Sabah......»»
Your Data, Your Rights: Proactive Steps for Personal Data Protection
Safer Internet Day 2024 comes amid data fears about limited access imposed on various popular apps, causing users to circumvent the new rules by downloading replacements. In an era where vast amounts of data are constantly being collected and analyzed, the risks of data breaches, identity theft, and invasion of privacy are more pronounced than […].....»»
DepEd checking data breach after hacking
The Department of Education is examining its systems for possible data breaches after reports of hackers allegedly harvesting 750 gigabytes of data containing sensitive information on banking details, students, teachers and more......»»
House calls for DICT briefing on gov’t websites attacked by China-based hackers
The House of Representatives has asked the Department of Information and Communications Technology to hold an immediate briefing on recent cybersecurity breaches by China-based hackers on government websites......»»
Italy s Dodgy Detention Deal with Albania
Italy's detention deal with Albania breaches international law and is abusive in many aspects, including by potentially creating legal limbo for vulnerable people. Yet, the plan-to detain in Albania people interdicted or rescued by Ital.....»»
Italy fines first city for privacy breaches in use of AI
After an in-depth investigation of the projects in Trento city, the GPDP finds 'multiple violations of privacy regulations,' it says, while recognizing the municipality acted in good faith.....»»