We have been alerted to a fabricated news story circulating on Facebook that falsely claims Enrique K. Razon Jr., Chairman of International Container Terminal Services, Inc., Bloomberry Resorts Corporation and Prime Infra, is being sued by the Central Bank of the Philippines following a “recent interview.” This fake news item has been designed to resemble the interface of Inquirer.net’s website …

To address urgent financial needs during emergencies, Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) has expanded its available loan packages for businesses and individuals affected by calamities and natural disasters to help facilitate and fast-track rebuilding efforts.  Under the enhanced LANDBANK CARES+ (Community Assistance and REintegration Support Plus) Lending Program, affected farmers and fishers, cooperatives, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), …

Manila Water Foundation, the social development arm of East Zone concessionaire Manila Water Company, together with its partners: the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS), and the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office of Bulacan, handed over family toilets in Sitio Sapang Munti of Barangay San Mateo in Norzagaray, Bulacan. After months of construction, eleven (11) out of thirty (30) …

By Rose de la Cruz  GROW bamboo and reduce the cost of constructing a house or any infrastructure project,  The Asian Development Bank is now encouraging developing countries, including the Philippines to help farmers by pushing them to grow more bamboos for ecological and economic considerations.  Growing bamboo in developing countries could help farmers access the financial market and bring …

DEPARTMENT of Science and Technology Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. asked investors to direct their efforts and support to the wide array of sciences available that match their business needs in their fields.  DoST, through its Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development, and the Pampanga State Agricultural University and the Association of PAQE Professionals are now …

A type of bacterium called Escherichia coli (E. coli), found in the feces of humans and animals, is often released into bodies of water such as streams.  Although most E. coli strains are harmless, some can cause foodborne diseases such as gastroenteritis, typhoid fever, and dysentery. Feces are a major source of microbial contamination in fresh produce.  With the rise …

Jamaika Aguhob graduated at the Mindanao State University in Marawi City with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture degree years back as a Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) scholar  Jamaika’s father, a beneficiary of the DAR, prodded her to finish college eve after losing her mother.  And despite their financial challenges and doubts about affording a college education, her father …

“The development gives TecPlata an advantage over the terminals in the city of Buenos Aires, where the channels are limited to 10 meters,” said Juan Pablo Trujillo, TecPlata chief executive officer.  He added: “Our next objective is to deepen the access channel to a depth of 14 meters, similar to the design of the container terminal, to bring Argentina on …

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. has been recognized as one of the top-performing central bank governors globally, receiving an “A-” rating in Global Finance magazine’s 2024 Central Banker Report Cards. The prestigious annual ranking evaluates central bankers from nearly 100 countries, territories, and regions.  Governor Remolona completed his first year in office on 3 July 2024.  …

Citywire Asia recognizes Metrobank as the Best Asset Manager for the Philippines and names Metrobank Investment Management Head Cristina Gabaldon as one of the 2024 Top 25 ASEAN Selectors at the Citywire Asia ASEAN Awards.  “We are honored to be recognized by one of the trusted financial publications worldwide. These awards show our strength in providing a wide spectrum of …