Power Mac Center (PMC) celebrates the reopening of its store in TriNoma in Quezon City as the latest Apple Premium Partner (APP) store in the country. The highest classification of Apple reseller stores globally, an APP store is distinctively minimalist, modern, and contemporary in design, in line with the global brand’s aesthetic. It also offers the complete experience—from retail to …
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On August 3, 2024, Standout Pickleball, a leading name in the sport, made waves with a key international partnership. Team Captain and Head Coach Ludovica Sciaky, the No. 1 pickleball player in Italy and a top player in Australia, traveled from Australia to the Philippines for a highly anticipated clinic. As co-founder of Six Zero Pickleball and now the CEO …
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In a move to bring its advocacy closer to customers, leading home improvement retailer MR. DIY reinforces its commitment to making a positive impact through “The Good Bag” Campaign. This initiative encourages customers to bring their reusable bags or opt for The Good Bag instead of using plastic or paper bags. For every Good Bag purchased for P7.00, MR.DIY will …
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BingoPlus, your comprehensive entertainment platform in the country, proudly launches its newest game offer that will surely add fun and excitement to the BingoPlus experience, the Super Ace Jackpot. Super Ace Jackpot as a popular game for Filipino Super Ace Jackpot, inspired by the thrilling world of casino slot games, has quickly gained popularity among Filipino leisure seekers looking for …
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The Philippine Board of Investments (BOI) proudly celebrated its 57 th founding anniversary on September 16, 2024, reaffirming its vital role as a key agency under the Department of Trade Industry. For nearly six decades, the BOI has led the charge in creating investment opportunities and driving economic growth throughout the Philippines. As a dedicated partner for both local entrepreneurs …
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The Philippine Board of Investments surpasses its Php1.26 trillion full year investment approvals for 2023 as it reaches Php1.35 trillion by its 57th founding anniversary on September 16, 2024. This figure marks a significant 82% increase from the Php741.98 billion approved in January to September 15 last year. The energy sector, mainly projects in renewable energy, continued to dominate the …
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The Department of Finance (DOF) forecasts a full-year inflation rate of 3.4% by the end of 2024. During a recent media briefing at Malacañang, DOF Secretary Ralph Recto stated this projection aligns with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) target range of 2% to 4%. “We expect it to be within the target range of the BSP… so we’re looking …
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Residential real estate prices of various types of new housing units in the Philippines continued to increase in Q2 2024. Residential property prices rose by 2.7 percent year-on-year (YoY), albeit at a slower pace than the 6.1 percent growth in Q1 2024. On a quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) basis, housing prices grew faster at 1.8 percent than the 1.1 percent growth in …
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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said it has tweaked its “Bingo for A Cause’’ program to help local government units (LGUs) and non-government organizations (NGOs) raise more funds for their socio-civic programs. PAGCOR Assistant Vice President Maria Teresa Ocampo said the state gaming agency has approved new packages that will allow LGUs and NGOs to earn as much …
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Unilever Philippines is making waves with its Kabisig Summit, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting sari-sari store owners—an essential part of Filipino communities. With over a million sari-sari stores across the country, these micro-businesses are crucial to the nation’s economy, serving as hubs for daily essentials, social connection, and family livelihood. The Kabisig Summit offers both online and in-person training …
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