The Philippines has implemented significant tax reforms in recent years with the goals of modernizing the tax system, attracting investment, supporting small businesses, and boosting economic growth. One significant change…
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By Justine Irish D. Tabile, Reporter INVESTMENT could grow under the second Trump administration, in the form of manufacturers relocating out of China, while services, which are less affected by…
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THE Department of Budget and Management (DBM) reported a balance of nearly P284 billion for the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund (NDRRMF) as of the end of October.…
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By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter PHILIPPINE rice imports in 2025 will be driven by the expected decline in the production of palay (unmilled rice) this year, analysts said. “We will…
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Nickel Asia sees US critical minerals deal allowing PHL to focus on battery-use nickel
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Gov’t procurement seen as pathway for future exporters to build up track record
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THE Department of Budget Development (DBM) said Thursday that the contingent fund and local government support fund have been placed on standby to support the government’s dwindling disaster funds. Concerns…
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THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) is expected to continue cutting rates in the next few months, Finance Secretary and Monetary Board Member Ralph G. Recto said Thursday. “We have…