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BSP boss shines spotlight on insider trading
As reported by the BusinessMirror, BSP Governor Eli Remolona gave a speech at the Manila Polo Club to a meeting of Rotary Club members where he noted the problem of insider trading, citing the specific example of how “nothing moves” when listed companies report overwhelmingly positive earnings because those trades were placed ahead of the announced earnings......»»
Why Saving More than 20% Can Boost Your Finances
The 50/30/20 budgeting rule is a popular financial guideline that suggests allocating 50 percent of your income to needs, 30. percent to wants, and 20 percent to savings and debt repayment. While saving 20 percent is a significant step towards financial security, there are compelling reasons to push beyond this benchmark if your budget allows. […].....»»
New Angkas app redefines motorcycle rides
Homegrown motorcycle taxi firm Angkas has unveiled a new app to redefine motorcycle taxi service and set a new benchmark for speed, safety and efficiency......»»
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).....»»
Market steps closer to 7,000 level
Investors yesterday pushed the benchmark index to within the 7,000 territory, as they opened the week making bets on local stocks ahead of the reporting February inflation......»»
Arkema named 2024 top employer in 10 countries, including Philippines
Arkema has been certified as Top Employer in 2024, a recognition that has now extended to 10 countries, including Bostik Philippines, for its excellent human resources practices and as “benchmark employer” in nations where it operates. .....»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, Jan. 31
TOKYO -- Tokyo stocks closed higher on Wednesday, as investors took an optimistic attitude for the domestic earnings season over positive results reported by Japanese firms. Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock index, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended up 220.85 points, or 0.61 percent, from Tuesday to close the day at 36,286.71. The broader Topix index, meanwhile, finished 24.17 points, or 0.96 percent,.....»»
Index upside points to 7,000 level
The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index could retest the 6,700 resistance this week and break toward 7,000 in the near-term, analysts said......»»
Quick look at the week ahead
Domestically, Cebu Landmasters will wrap up its follow-on offering sale of preferred shares tomorrow (the listing is next week), and on Friday, we’ll get the inflation data for March from the Philippine Statistics Authority (which will set the table for the BSP’s decision on interest rates on Monday of next week). I.....»»
Lagged impact of high rates to take toll on economy – BSP
The lagged effects of monetary policy adjustments last year will continue to take its toll on the economy, with growth likely to fall below government targets anew......»»
Think tank sees likelihood of BSP rate cuts starting Q2
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is expected to start cutting interest rates in the second quarter following the economic growth posted last year, according to UK-based think tank Pantheon Macroeconomics......»»
BSP keeps interest rates steady
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said yesterday that its Monetary Board decided to keep rates steady. In doing so, the BSP said that inflationary risks “continue to lean toward the upside”, but that its latest forecasts showed that “inflation would settle close to the upper-end of the target range.”.....»»
Philippine central bank holds key interest rates
MANILA, May 16 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine central bank opted Thursday to keep the bank's target reverse repurchase rate at 6.5 percent and the interest rates on the overnight deposit and lending facilities at 6 percent and 7 percent, respectively. In a press conference, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona said that inflation expectations remain well-anchored while a restrictive policy stance.....»»
Ilocos Norte power rates down by 90 centavos
Electricity rates in this province have decreased by 90 centavos this month, according to the Ilocos Norte Electric Cooperative......»»
Meralco rates up this month
Household consumers should expect higher electricity bills this month as energy utility provider Manila Electric Co. increased rates by P0.4621 per kilowatt hour, to P11.4139 per kWh from P10.9518 per kWh last month......»»
Higher rates force government to cut down T-bond award
The government barely raised half of its target long-term securities yesterday as rates picked up, allowing it to borrow only P11.5 billion from the debt market......»»
Residential electricity rates up by P0.86/kWh for May-June billing
Residential customers of Visayan Electric will experience an increase of P0.86/kWh in their May-June electricity billing. The increase is attributed to high generation rates due to price hikes in the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) in April brought about by power supply concerns in the Visayas Grid. As a result, the overall residential electricity rate.....»»
Marina 7 to review ‘high’ Bantayan fare rates
Marina 7 to review ‘high’ Bantayan fare rates.....»»
BSP keeps policy rates anew
By Joann Santiago MANILA, Dec. 17 (PNA) — Philippine monetary officials on Thursday maintained the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) key rates after noting that inflation dynamics and risks to the outlook........»»