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[Summary] => MANILA, Philippines - Prices of notebooks went down by P2 to P3 while prices of other school supplies remained the same as last year, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported.
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[Summary] => MANILA, Philippines - Consumers are advised to stay away from branded products and simply buy house brands of supermarkets which are 15 to 20 percent cheaper than branded products, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said.
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) assured the public there will be no increase in the prices of school supplies this year.
"Consumers can buy their school needs at the same prices as last year. This is good news especially for those parents (who) are preparing for the opening of classes," Trade Secretary Peter B. Favila said.
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This is not to spoil students’ lazy summer vacation, but unimpeachable sources say that when classes open this June, high school students will have to tackle something else (in addition to books and teachers’ dirty looks?).
According to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), students are expected to learn more about product quality and safety as DTI, partnering with the Department of Education (DepEd), wraps up the integration of principles on product standards in the school curricula.
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Trade and Industry Secretary Peter B. Favila is ordering an intensive and comprehensive price monitoring in all markets in the country during the Christmas holidays.
Favila directed yesterday all DTI offices to check prices in all markets and ensure that supplies of basic and prime commodities are stable.
"Let us treat consumers this season by closely watching Noche Buena products that are very much in demand during parties and home gatherings," Favila said.
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[Title] => DTI urges public to use only certified construction materials
[Summary] => The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reiterated yesterday its advice to the public to use only certified construction materials and electrical devices for homes, offices, schools and other structures to minimize damage resulting from earthquakes.
According to Trade Secretary Peter B. Favila, "natural disasters such as earthquakes cannot be prevented. However, we can avoid massive damage to property and loss of lives if we ensure that public structures are well-built, not only in terms of location, design or construction, but in the quality of materials used."
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[Title] => The sob story on substandard products
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Using inferior, substandard electrical products are fire accidents waiting to happen.
That fiery warning comes from the Department of Trade and Industry (DT) as Fire Prevention Month draws to a close (sad to say, it’s during summer, when the temperature rises, that the incidence of fire goes up, too). Incidentally, this year’s observance focuses on the theme: "Pamayanan: Sama-sama laban sa sunog."
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[Title] => Trade chief orders price watch in Leyte
[Summary] => Trade and Industry Secretary Peter Favila has directed his regional office and other provincial government offices in Southern Leyte to help the town of St. Bernard by ensuring that prices remain stable and basic commodities are made available to its residents.
According to Favila, "prices in St. Bernard and nearby areas must remain at the same level as before the landslide so as not to compound the suffering and misery of the people."
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CONSUMER WELFARE ZENAIDA CUISON MAGLAYA
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[ColumnID] => 133272
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[Title] => Prices of school supplies remain stable
[Summary] => MANILA, Philippines - Prices of notebooks went down by P2 to P3 while prices of other school supplies remained the same as last year, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported.
[DatePublished] => 2009-05-15 00:00:00
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[Title] => Consumers urged to buy house brands of supermarts
[Summary] => MANILA, Philippines - Consumers are advised to stay away from branded products and simply buy house brands of supermarkets which are 15 to 20 percent cheaper than branded products, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said.
[DatePublished] => 2009-03-07 00:00:00
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) assured the public there will be no increase in the prices of school supplies this year.
"Consumers can buy their school needs at the same prices as last year. This is good news especially for those parents (who) are preparing for the opening of classes," Trade Secretary Peter B. Favila said.
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[Title] => Molding youth to become vigilant consumers
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This is not to spoil students’ lazy summer vacation, but unimpeachable sources say that when classes open this June, high school students will have to tackle something else (in addition to books and teachers’ dirty looks?).
According to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), students are expected to learn more about product quality and safety as DTI, partnering with the Department of Education (DepEd), wraps up the integration of principles on product standards in the school curricula.
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[Title] => DTI orders strict price monitoring during the Christmas holidays
[Summary] =>
Trade and Industry Secretary Peter B. Favila is ordering an intensive and comprehensive price monitoring in all markets in the country during the Christmas holidays.
Favila directed yesterday all DTI offices to check prices in all markets and ensure that supplies of basic and prime commodities are stable.
"Let us treat consumers this season by closely watching Noche Buena products that are very much in demand during parties and home gatherings," Favila said.
[DatePublished] => 2006-12-01 00:00:00
[ColumnID] => 133272
[Focus] => 0
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[Title] => DTI urges public to use only certified construction materials
[Summary] => The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reiterated yesterday its advice to the public to use only certified construction materials and electrical devices for homes, offices, schools and other structures to minimize damage resulting from earthquakes.
According to Trade Secretary Peter B. Favila, "natural disasters such as earthquakes cannot be prevented. However, we can avoid massive damage to property and loss of lives if we ensure that public structures are well-built, not only in terms of location, design or construction, but in the quality of materials used."
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[Title] => The sob story on substandard products
[Summary] => Using inferior, substandard electrical products are fire accidents waiting to happen.
That fiery warning comes from the Department of Trade and Industry (DT) as Fire Prevention Month draws to a close (sad to say, it’s during summer, when the temperature rises, that the incidence of fire goes up, too). Incidentally, this year’s observance focuses on the theme: "Pamayanan: Sama-sama laban sa sunog."
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[Title] => Trade chief orders price watch in Leyte
[Summary] => Trade and Industry Secretary Peter Favila has directed his regional office and other provincial government offices in Southern Leyte to help the town of St. Bernard by ensuring that prices remain stable and basic commodities are made available to its residents.
According to Favila, "prices in St. Bernard and nearby areas must remain at the same level as before the landslide so as not to compound the suffering and misery of the people."
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February 22, 2006 - 12:00am
