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Higher consumption seen to drive GDP growth faster

The Philippine economy is expected to grow at a faster pace this year with the record-high employment and lower inflation likely to support consumption spending, according to First Metro Investment Corp. (FMIC) and University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) Capital Markets Research......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Job insecurity, climate change pose challenges in Philippines human development – UNDP

The lack of job security and the high exposure to climate and disaster risks are seen as challenges to the country’s economic growth and human development, making it necessary to make investments in climate resilience and education, according to the United Nations Development Program......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

‘Terrific opportunities’ ahead for Philippines – US official

The Philippines is seen treading the right path with “terrific opportunities” ahead that make it eligible again to access grants that could help boost economic growth, a ranking US aid official said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Consumption seen to remain under pressure

Consumption, a key driver of the country’s economic growth, is expected to be challenged this year even with easing inflation, according to UK-based think tank Pantheon Macroeconomics......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Agoda Unveils 2024 New Horizons List

Digital travel platform Agoda reveals its first-ever “Philippines’ New Horizons,” a list of destinations that are fast growing in popularity. The list, which compares year-on-year search data, highlights emerging destinations that have seen significant growth in interest from both domestic and international travelers. Bohol tops the list with an impressive 72% increase in searches, followed […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

‘More robust’ Philippines-Australia ties seen in Marcos Jr. visit

President Marcos vowed yesterday to act as a “bridge” that would further link the Philippines with its strategic partner Australia during his two-day visit to Canberra, which he hopes will lead to “more robust” ties between the two countries......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

PNB books 10.4% growth in Q1 income

Philippine National Bank of tobacco and airline magnate Lucio Tan booked a 10.4-percent increase in earnings to P5.31 billion in the first quarter from a year-ago level of P4.81 billion, boosted by core business growth and lower credit provisions......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

SMC, SMIC Phl growth drivers

The Philippines’ two largest conglomerates are powering the country’s robust economic growth this year and in the coming years......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

ACMobility gears up for growth

ACMobility, formerly AC Motors, is gearing up for growth in a bid to supercharge the country's electric vehicle transition......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 26th, 2024

BPI bullish this year amid continued loan growth

After posting record earnings in the first quarter, Bank of the Philippine Islands is optimistic about its growth prospects for this year as it sees its loan book growing by 11 to 12 percent, mainly driven by higher loans from consumers......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Mikee kay Paul: ‘Grabe ‘yung growth niya, parang 10 years tinanda niya…’

AYON sa Kapuso star na si Mikee Quintos, malaki na ang ipinagbago ng kanyang boyfriend na aktor na si Paul Salas, lalo na pagdating sa pagiging seloso nito. Ito ang naikuwento mismo ni Mikee nang makachikahan siya sa podcast interview ng “Updated with Nelson Canlas.” “Rapid nga ‘yung growth niya since I met him,” chika.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

IMF revised our projected FY24 GDP growth to 6.2%

The International Monetary Fund fine-tuned its projection for our FY24 GDP growth yesterday, increasing it from 6.0% to 6.2%......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

AI to ‘positively impact’ contact center’s growth

AI to ‘positively impact’ contact center’s growth.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

NEDA says 6 percent Q1 growth possible

A six percent economic growth in the first quarter is possible given developments in the labor market and lower inflation, according to the National Economic and Development Authority......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Loan growth climbs to 9-month high in February

Loan growth further accelerated for the third straight month in February, growing by 8.6 percent from 7.8 percent in January, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

NEDA chief sees 2015 growth at 6% despite typhoons

By Leslie D. Venzon MANILA, Dec. 17 (PNA) — The government is optimistic about achieving its target economic growth of 6.9 percent in the fourth quarter despite the devastation wrought by typhoons,........»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinestodaRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Philippines manufacturing output sustains growth in February

MANILA, April 12 (Xinhua) -- The performance of manufacturing production in the Philippines sustained its growth in February, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Friday. Based on the preliminary results of a monthly survey, the PSA said the year-on-year value of production index (VaPI) and the volume of production index (VoPI) increased 7.5 percent and 8.9 percent in February, respectively. The.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Alfamart accelerates growth with more aggressive expansion

Alfamart, the minimart chain of the SM Group, is embarking on a more aggressive growth as it ramps up store expansion starting this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Digital banks post significant deposit, loan growth in 2023

The digital banking sector has recorded a significant growth in total deposits and loans in 2023 compared to a year ago, as consumers looked for more accessible and user-friendly financial services......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Gov t cuts growth target to 6%-7% — NEDA

In a press briefing with the members of the press on Thursday, Balisacan said that the country's economic growth target had been revised following a careful consideration of factors such as the global economic slowdown, rising oil prices and inflation trends......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024