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Dollar reserves rise to over 2-year high
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By Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, Reporter THE PHILIPPINES saw its dollar reserves soar to its highest level in over two years, preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed. Gross international reserves (GIR) rose by 1.8% to $104.48 billion as of end-May from $102.65 billion as of…
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PHL big banks’ asset growth quickens in Q1
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THE COMBINED ASSETS of the Philippines’ biggest lenders rose in the first quarter, fueled by increasing confidence in the economy’s prospects.
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23 years of shaping energy regulation in the Philippines
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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has been an essential institution in overseeing and regulating the energy sector in our country since its inception. With its commitment to ensuring a dependable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy supply, the ERC has continued to uphold the highest standards and promote a resilient energy industry…
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CREC mulls green bond issuance for next year
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CITICORE Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) is exploring the possibility of issuing green bonds next year, the listed company’s president said. The decision hinges on the prevailing interest rate environment, CREC President and Chief Executive Officer Oliver Y. Tan told reporters on Friday last week. “Most likely (it will be) next…
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GCash and Filipino community celebrate Independence Day in New York
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GCash highlights new features and latest partnership with Meridian allowing transfers from over 12,000 US banks to GCash accounts GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, took part in Independence Day commemorations in New York City, hosted by the Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc. (PIDCI), a non-profit…
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HealthFirst launches Williams Center health hub
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HealthFirst, a multi-specialty clinic network under the RelianceUnited portfolio, launched its healthcare hub in Williams Center, Mandaluyong, on June 7. The hub has three levels of multi-specialty clinics that provide services such as primary and specialty consultations, diagnostics, ambulatory surgeries, and physical rehabilitation. From being a clinic facility fifteen years…
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Allied Care Experts (ACE) Medical Center – Tacloban, Inc. to hold 2024 Annual Stockholders’ Meeting on June 20
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Okada Manila celebrates World Environment Day 2024 with commitment to ‘Generation Restoration’
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In support of the United Nations’ call to restore ecosystems, Okada Manila proudly joins the global community in celebrating World Environment Day 2024, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability with this year’s theme, “Generation Restoration.” The focus is on land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience, highlighting the urgent need to…
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Globe Business powers IT-BPM growth with strategic HR Solutions
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The Philippines’ IT and Business Process Management (IT-BPM) industry has been expanding in recent years. It aims to grow its workforce to 2.5 million by 2028. This underscores the need for innovative HR strategies to ensure the acquisition and retention of quality talent. With a firm commitment to be the…