Global Dominion, RCBC Capital extend financing to the unbanked and underbanked
Both organizations aim to service the financial needs of people and organizations unable to tap the banks for their funding requirements and leave a positive impact on society through financing......»»
Security Bank, Epson partner for financing
Security Bank Corp. has partnered with Epson Philippines Corp. for a special financing program for Epson’s distributors and dealers to help them fulfill big-ticket orders which usually tighten liquidity......»»
Gov’t offers financing programs to exporters, MSMEs
Gov’t offers financing programs to exporters, MSMEs.....»»
ADB urged to boost climate financing to $11.5 billion
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) needs to ramp up its climate financing to at least $11.5 billion annually as vulnerable economies continue to take the hit of the impact of worsening climate change......»»
ADB eyes direct financing of renewable energy projects in Philippine
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is looking at directly engaging with the Philippine government on financing renewable energy (RE) projects as part of its country partnership strategy (CPS) over the medium-term......»»
Quezon rights defenders charged with terrorism financing
This news comes as a shock, as both individuals were unaware that complaints had been filed against them until a preliminary investigation resolution was released on April 8, recommending criminal charges." The post Quezon rights defenders charged with terrorism financing appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
New Mandaue city hall gets P3 billion financing
State-run Development Bank of the Philippines has extended a P3-billion loan financing to the local government of Mandaue in Cebu for the construction of a center that would boost delivery of services......»»
GCash lending arm Fuse empowers underbanked Filipinos with P118 billion loans disbursed
Fuse Lending Inc., the credit arm of GCash, surpasses the P118 billion mark in life-to-date disbursed loans through the country’s number one finance app as of the end of 2023. This puts both institutions well on their way toward their shared mission of financial inclusion......»»
GCash lending arm Fuse empowers underbanked Filipinos with P118 billion loans disbursed
Fuse Lending Inc., the credit arm of GCash, surpasses the P118 billion mark in life-to-date disbursed loans through the country’s number one finance app as of the end of 2023. This puts both institutions well on their way toward their shared mission of financial inclusion......»»
Malaysian airline Capital A records load factor of 88 pct in FY2023
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- Malaysian airline group Capital A, formerly AirAsia, has achieved a robust group load factor of 88 percent for the fiscal year of 2023, a year-on-year increase of 5 percentage points. Capital A said in a statement on Wednesday that the load factor showed the return of strong travel demand, which was aligned with the group's effort to inject capacity back into the market and rein.....»»
Malaysian airline Capital A records load factor of 88 pct in FY2023
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- Malaysian airline group Capital A, formerly AirAsia, has achieved a robust group load factor of 88 percent for the fiscal year of 2023, a year-on-year increase of 5 percentage points. Capital A said in a statement on Wednesday that the load factor showed the return of strong travel demand, which was aligned with the group's effort to inject capacity back into the market and rein.....»»
Haute summer: Store openings, pop-up stores solidify Manila’s claim as fashion capital
Here are some updates on new fashion store openings in town that further stake Manila’s claim as a budding global fashion capital, as the “world’s richest man in fashion” Bernard Arnault, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy (LVMH), believed Manila would be......»»
Philippines remains on FATF gray list
The Philippines failed anew to exit the gray list or list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring after falling short in addressing the remaining concerns on its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regime, according to global dirty money watchdog Financial Action Task Force......»»
Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
RCBC head named among ‘People of the Year 2024’
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. president and CEO Eugene Acevedo made it to the ‘People of the Year 2024’ by renowned publication People Asia, making him the only Philippine banker in the list......»»
RCBC Trust’s AUM hits P161 billion in February
The trust and investment management arm of Yuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. saw its assets under management hit more than P161 billion as of February, as the number of its institutional clients grew significantly......»»
RCBC credit cards now made from recycled PVC
Yuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. has phased out single-use plastics and shifted to recycled polyvinyl chloride plastic in producing its credit cards as part of its efforts to lessen carbon emissions and promote sustainability......»»
PEZA, SMBC, RCBC partner to attract Japanese investments
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority has partnered with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. and Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. in a bid to attract more investments from Japan......»»
RCBC income hits all-time high in 2023
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. grew its net income by 15 percent to hit a record P12.22 billion in 2023, fueled by faster-than-industry loan and deposit growth......»»
On its 10th year, Virtual Playground rebrands to VP Global
Virtual Playground recently rebranded to VP Global Athlete and Artist Management as part of its 10th-anniversary celebration. Formed by veteran movie producer Dondon Monteverde and sports agent/businessman Charlie Dy, VP Global has been overseeing the careers of “champions and idols” in the fields of sports and showbiz......»»
PH Economy Remains Optimistic Amid Global Slowdown
The country is one of the fastest growing economies in East Asia and the Pacific according to the World Bank, foreseeing robust growth despite global economic slowdown. In the latest World Bank Global Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday, the Philippines is expected to maintain its economic growth rate in 2024 at 5.8%, slightly higher […].....»»