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Biz groups see better year ahead

By Louella Desiderio | January 30, 2015 - 12:00am

Business groups are upbeat the economy will grow at a much faster pace this year compared to the 6.1-percent uptick posted last year, citing the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects to be rolled out and other...

Business

MBC says Phl needs to do more to further boost competitiveness

By Louella Desiderio | September 4, 2014 - 12:00am

Despite improving seven places in the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Competitiveness Report (GCR) from a year ago, the Philippines needs to address port congestion, price hikes, power supply as well as...

Business

P-Noy, Obama to discuss Phl inclusion in TPP

By Louella Desiderio | April 28, 2014 - 12:00am

The country’s possible participation in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement is expected to be part of the discussions in the visit of US President Barack Obama to the country today until Tuesday...

Business

BOC to restore pre-shipment inspection

By Louella Desiderio | April 27, 2014 - 12:00am

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) plans to require pre-shipment inspection of all imports as part of reforms to fight corruption and smuggling.

Business

Phl moves up in WEF Enabling Trade Index

By Louella Desiderio | April 3, 2014 - 12:00am

The Philippines’ overall ranking in the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Enabling Trade Index improved by eight places to the 64th spot in 2014 from 72nd place in 2012.

Business

MBC sees brighter prospects: Most members expect economy to sustain growth momentum

By Louella Desiderio | March 21, 2014 - 12:00am

Most members of the Makati Business Club (MBC) see bright prospects for the economy and their businesses as they expect the strong gross domestic product (GDP) growth posted last year to be sustained this year....

Business

Business groups urge gov’t to prioritize infra projects

By Louella Desiderio | January 31, 2014 - 12:00am

The government must prioritize the upgrade of the country’s infrastructure as well as rehabilitation work in areas affected...

Business

Domingo sees sustained growth for next two years

By Louella Desiderio | August 30, 2013 - 12:00am

The Philippine economy is expected to sustain its positive economic performance in the second quarter for the rest of 2013 and in the next two years as new manufacturing facilities open and existing plants increase...

Business

Credit upgrade seen to boost approved investments

By Louella Desiderio | May 4, 2013 - 12:00am

A 10 percent growth in investments “would be a safe target this year” considering the improving economic outlook...

Headlines

DTI sees continued growth of economy

By Louella Desiderio | November 29, 2012 - 12:00am

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) expects the economy to continue to post strong growth at least for the next two years as  firms open new plants and even look to expand, and given work on infrastructure...

Business