Recto urged to pursue progressive taxes
Newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto should backpedal from pursuing consumption-based taxes and instead focus on more progressive ones in order to generate revenues amid the country’s limited fiscal space, economists said......»»
Recto: Government no plans of imposing additional taxes
Recto: Government no plans of imposing additional taxes.....»»
Imee hopes Recto won’t push for additional taxes
Sen. Imee Marcos is urging newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto to strengthen the country’s tax collection system first, instead of talking about “trillions of taxes.”.....»»
‘No new taxes likely until 2028’
The stance of Finance Secretary Ralph Recto against new taxes could extend until the end of the administration as the government will try to focus on improving tax collection efficiency first......»»
To raise gov’t revenues, Recto says solution need not involve new taxes
New Finance Secretary Ralph Recto says non-tax efforts like helping businesses comply with the law will help government meet its revenue targets.....»»
Recto: No new tax on junk food, sweetened drinks
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is not inclined to impose additional consumption-based taxes such as on junk food and sweetened beverages as these measures can be inflationary, while the debt level remains manageable and does not warrant extra burden on Filipinos......»»
Government t sees more revenue from e-cigarette taxes
The domestic electronic cigarette and vape industry are expected to contribute in hitting the government’s revenue collection goal, as players are urged to pay the right taxes amid Filipinos’ shift to alternative smoking......»»
Ralph Recto named as new Finance secretary
In a statement, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said that he welcomes Recto’s appointment as the new Finance chief, remarking that Recto was known in the Senate as the “resident numbers genius.”.....»»
Progressive : Arlene Damot on embracing married women, all ages in Miss Universe
Mrs. Universe 2023 2nd runner-up Arlene Damot sees the Miss Universe Organization's decision to lift the age requirement and welcome married women as a progressive move......»»
Tax Notes: Guidelines for the filing of Annual Income Tax Returns and payment of taxes due thereon for calendar year 2023
Tax Notes: Guidelines for the filing of Annual Income Tax Returns and payment of taxes due thereon for calendar year 2023.....»»
BIR eyes P325 billion from excise taxes
The Bureau of Internal Revenue targets to collect higher excise taxes of up to P325 billion this year as the government moves to improve the regulatory environment and address the still rampant illicit trade......»»
Government to limit debt as new taxes hang
With outstanding debt at a record high, the government may have to go slow with its borrowing spree, at least for now, amid its no new taxes stance and the still elevated interest rate environment......»»
Manila LGU extends deadline for applications for business permits and licenses, payment of taxes and fees
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna announced that the city government has extended the deadline for the filing of applications of business permits and licenses as well as the payment of taxes and fees. This, according to Lacuna, is meant to give business owners and the taxpayers of Manila more time to settle their dues. The mayor […].....»»
Mandaue: Avoid fines, pay taxes by Jan. 20
Mandaue: Avoid fines, pay taxes by Jan. 20.....»»
Recto bats for tax, tariff relief for hybrids
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is in favor of granting reduced excise tax and preferential tariff to hybrid vehicles......»»
Ralph Recto’s 4Ms: How to survive the Cabinet – and the role of media
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto gets wise advice on how to survive as a member of the Cabinet, and adds a piece of his own.....»»
Recto sees ‘realistic’ 6-6.5 percent growth for Philippines
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is looking at a “more realistic” economic growth of at least six to 6.5 percent for this year, with medium-term economic expansion likely to be tempered as well......»»
Budget surplus unlikely to last – Recto
The record budget surplus in January is unlikely to be sustained over the coming months, more so for the rest of the year, but the government is not worried so long as revenue targets are achieved, according to Finance Secretary Ralph Recto......»»
Vilma Santos mas priority ang pamilya, payag bang maging FDCP chairman?
PAGKATAPOS ng kick-off ceremony ng Barako Festival 2024 na ginanap sa Lipa City, Batangas na pinangunahan dating congresswoman na si Vilma Santos-Recto kasama ang anak na si Ryan Christian Santos Recto nitong Huwebes, Marso 14, ay humarap naman sila sa media na dumalo para matanong tungkol sa showbiz. Unang tanong kay Ate Vi na ngayong.....»»
Vilma nanguna sa pagdiriwang ng ‘Barako Festival 2024’, dinagsa ng celebs
SA ikalawang taon ng selebrasyon ng Barako Festival ngayong 2024 ay masasabing ito ang pinakamalaki dahil maraming highlights mula kahapon, Marso 14 hanggang bukas, Marso 16. Ang Star For All Seasons na si dating Congresswoman Vilma Santos–Recto ang nanguna sa opening ng Barako Fest 2024 kasama ang anak na si Ryan Christian Santos-Recto, pati ang.....»»
Recto revives plan to sell NAIA assets
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has revived plans to sell the assets of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport and turn it into a new business district to generate additional revenues for state coffers......»»