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Sky-high debt a major factor in aborted cable TV merger

It was a ‘til debt do us part’ of sorts that caused the collapse of talks between telco giant PLDT Inc. and Sky Cable Corp.’s parent firm ABS-CBN, industry sources said......»»

Category: financeSource: philstar philstarFeb 25th, 2024

Why Jake Cuenca pursued anew ‘TOTGA’ Chie Filomeno

Jake Cuenca previously described Chie Filomeno in interviews as The One That Got Away, but now it seems she’s the one that got back. While he said he’s not putting any label yet on his relationship with the actress-dancer, the two have happily rekindled their aborted romance......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Government tackling high construction costs

The Government is focused on reducing sky-high construction costs to make it more affordable to build a home, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says. Stats NZ data shows the cost of building a house has increased by 41 per cent since 2019, making housing even more unaffordable for Kiwi families."Further analysis shows building costs are consistently higher.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Philippines debt declines to P14.9 trillion in March

The country’s outstanding debt declined by nearly two percent to P14.93 trillion as of end-March from a record P15.18 trillion a month ago as the government settled its obligations to both local and foreign lenders, according to the Bureau of the Treasury......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services

Regular check ups, particularly those related to reproductive health, are not covered by the free services provided by village health centers, as per the Philippine law on universal health care. Fabella wishes that the government can allocate more funds for the basic services but this has not improved over the years. The post In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Debt payment rises threefold in January

The government jacked up its debt service by more than threefold to P159 billion in January as payments for interest and amortization both increased......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

E-notice provision, other amendments to SARFAESI, DRTA in pipeline to streamline debt recovery

By Vishu AdhanaNew Delhi [India], March 19 (ANI): The Ministry of Finance has constituted a committee to determine further amendments to the SARFAESI and DRT Acts, including providing legal cover to e-notice for expeditious debt recovery, sources in the ministry said. The committee held several meetings and discussions are in the "advanced stage," sources told ANI. Last month, the finance ministry held extensive discussio.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

BPI raises $400 million from offshore debt market

Bank of the Philippine Islands has raised $400 million after successfully tapping into the offshore debt market for the first time since 2019......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

Government debt payments rise to record P1.6 trillion

The country’s debt service registered a record P1.6 trillion last year, exceeding the program, as the government aggressively moved to cut mounting obligations......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Gov’t debt stock rose to P14.79 trillion as of Jan

MANILA, Philippines — The government’s outstanding debt rose in January due to a weak peso and after the Marcos administration borrowed more from local creditors than what it paid for its maturing liabilities, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) reported Friday. Data showed state obligations increased 1.9 percent month-on-month to P14.79 trillion as of January. ALSO READ:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

End-January Philippine debt balloons to P14.79 trillion — Treasury

The Philippines' outstanding debt climbed to a record of P14.79 trillion as of the end of January 2024 due to the net issuance of domestic securities and the effect of peso depreciation, the Bureau of Treasury (BTr) said on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Metrobank raises $1 billion on international debt market

Metrobank [MBT 62.00 ?1.5%] [link] revealed that it was able to sell twice the amount in medium-term notes on the international debt capital markets than it intended......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Metrobank eyes return to offshore debt market

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. is returning to the offshore debt market to raise at least $500 million to diversify the bank’s funding sources and support its operations......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Attorney General says she’ll seize Donald Trump’s property if he can’t pay $454 million civil fraud debt

Attorney General says she’ll seize Donald Trump’s property if he can’t pay $454 million civil fraud debt.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

ALI to raise P50 billion in debt capital

Property giant Ayala Land Inc. is raising up to P50 billion in debt capital this year to refinance maturing obligations and partially fund general corporate requirements......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

BPI eyes return to debt markets in 1st half

Bank of the Philippine Islands is looking to tap the local and foreign debt markets within the first half of the year to raise funds to refinance its maturing obligations and beef up its lending portfolio......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Struggling with credit card debt: Renters and low-income individuals fall behind – The Daily Guardian

Title: Financial Challenges Persist for Certain U.S. Population Despite Strong Economy Subtitle: Rising inflation, credit card debt, and student loan burdens threaten the financial well-being.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

PH debt rose to P14.62 trillion in 2023

PH debt rose to P14.62 trillion in 2023.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Capital One to Acquire Discover for $35 Billion in Merger of Major US Credit Card Companies

Capital One Financial has announced plans to purchase Discover Financial Services in a landmark deal valued at $35 billion. The acquisition, which will be an.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

The World’s Thinnest Foldable Phone HONOR Magic V2 Arrives in PH, Unfolding on February 21!

Leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines has officially confirmed the arrival of the much-awaited HONOR Magic V2 in the Philippines on February 21. As HONOR’s latest premium foldable smartphone, the HONOR Magic V2 boasts a high-quality and highly capable foldable form factor, stunning display, all-day battery life, and flagship performance. This combination delivers a truly […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

How has God been helping you grow in spiritual maturity and effectiveness for Him?

How has God been helping you grow in spiritual maturity and effectiveness for Him? Why is age not the most important factor?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024