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Unemployed Filipinos down to 1.6 million in December 2023 — PSA
National Statistician and PSA chief Claire Dennis Mapa reported that the number of unemployed persons ages 15 and above declined to 1.6 million in December 2023, down from 1.83 million in November 2023......»»
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).....»»
2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023
The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»
Boulevard Holdings Q2 net income down 86% y/y, down 336% q/q
Boulevard Holdings reported a Q2/23 net loss of P33 million, down 86% from its Q2/22 net loss of P18 million, and down 336% from its Q1/23 net income of P14 million......»»
$247 million hot money exits Philippines in 2023
A total of $247.3 million worth of speculative funds exited the Philippines last year, reversing the $886.7 million net inflow recorded in 2022, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»
Iya, Drew Arellano share what they do with kids’ earnings from endorsements
Actress and TV host Iya Villania-Arellano said it was “really unbelievable” and “a great honor” to be a Jollibee endorser together with her entire family......»»
Boss Toyo reveals business earnings, most prized possession
Rapper and entrepreneur Jayson Luzadas, better known as Boss Toyo, has made a name for himself with his "Pinoy Pawnstars" series, associating his name with unique items of incredible value in varying degrees......»»
OceanaGold posts lackluster earnings in Q1
Australian-Canadian mining company OceanaGold Philippines Inc. saw its net income plunge by almost half in the first quarter as lower mine production and sales pulled down revenues......»»
Drug den in Cotabato province shut down, 3 operators nabbed
Anti-narcotics agents seized P85,000 worth of shabu and arrested three alleged drug den operators, suspected of sharing earnings to two local terrorist groups, in a raid on Thursday in Pikit town, Cotabato province......»»
GCash sets up financial literacy program for OFWs
E-wallet leader GCash has introduced a financial literacy program for overseas Filipino workers to help them maximize their earnings and teach them the value of saving......»»
Insurance industry earnings expand 45% in January-March
The insurance industry saw its net income soar to more than P14 billion in the first quarter amid a significant increase in the life segment, raising the sector’s contribution to the overall economy to 1.78 percent, according to the Insurance Commission......»»
Alsons profit drops in Q1
Alsons Consolidated Resources (ACR) of the Alcantara Group reported a dip in first quarter earnings as the forced outage of one of its plants dented the firm’s operations and revenues......»»
Strong core businesses underpin GT Capital Q1 performance
Conglomerate GT Capital Holdings Inc. delivered higher earnings in the first quarter, bolstered by the strong performances of its core businesses......»»
Banking, power, property drive up FDC profit
Strong contributions from the banking, power and property businesses fueled a double-digit earnings growth for Filinvest Development Corp. in the first quarter......»»
Higher tariff, water use buoy Manila Water earnings
Razon-led Manila Water Company Inc. saw its first quarter net income grow by more than a third compared to last year on the back of higher tariff coupled by increase in water usage in its covered areas......»»
LTG delivers steady profit
LT Group Inc. of taipan Lucio Tan posted a slight improvement in its profit in the first quarter as strong performances from its banking and beverage units were weighed down by lower earnings contributions from other businesses......»»
Monde Nissin earns 53 percent more in 3 months
Core earnings of snack food giant Monde Nissin Corp. grew by more than half in the first quarter due to a record performance of its Asia-Pacific branded food and beverage (APAC BFB) business......»»
Banks reap P92 billion profit in 3 months
Philippine banks turned more profitable in the first quarter, reaping almost three percent higher earnings to P92 billion due to higher net interest income. .....»»
PCSO sees higher earnings if illegal gambling curbed
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) could have remitted higher dividends to the government had the authorities been successful in neutralizing illegal gambling operations in the country. .....»»
PLDT rings in P9.8 B profit in Q1, up by 9%
PLDT, the country’s largest telco, is adjusting well to the shrinking market for broadband products and spiraling cost of goods and services as it generated earnings of almost P10 billion in the first quarter of the year......»»