The much-anticipated WORLDBEX 2024 commenced on March 14, 2024 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Distinguished guests and industry leaders from around the world gathered to witness the unveiling of the premier event in the building and design industries. Amidst the buzzing atmosphere, esteemed VIPs graced the occasion with their presence, adding to the prestige and allure of …
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The Founding Chairman of FinTech Alliance.PH, addressed top financial leaders at the 2024 International Tax and Investment Conference themed “Breaking Barriers in Digital Economy,” stressing the imperative for collaborative strategies to enhance the country’s digital infrastructure and invest in Filipino technological capabilities to accelerate digital transformation. Lito Villanueva spotlighted the Philippines’ rise in the 2023 Network Readiness Index during a …
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SM Foundation recently conducted its medical and dental mission in Sta. Ana, Cagayan Valley, and Santiago, Isabela, continuing is mission of providing healthcare access in underserved communities. In collaboration with BDO Network, JCI Cauayan Bamboo, and the Local Government Unit of Isabela and Cagayan, the initiative in Cagayan saw volunteers, including doctors and healthcare professionals, provide over 600 vital services—from …
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Turf Residences by SM Development Corporation (SMDC) celebrated its Grand Launch at the Lanson Place Grand Ballroom, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City on February 20, 2024, marking a new era in sophisticated suburban living. Turf Residences redefines the concept of home, elevating from a mere dwelling to become a sanctuary for personal growth and self-expression. Aimed at young professionals, …
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SMDC Good Stays, the official leasing and tenancy management arm of the real estate giant SM Development Corporation (SMDC), is a pioneering name in real estate solutions. It offers both short and long-term leases, along with unit maintenance services, to provide a hassle-free investment experience for its buyers. On March 2, SMDC Good Stays proudly unveiled its latest venture, the …
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SM Makati witnessed an infusion of sophistication, modernity, and sporty elegance as Lacoste Watch unveiled three new captivating collections at its Pop-up store. The event, which commenced on March 4, 2024, showcased the Boston Collection, the Lacoste.12.12 Hero Collection, and the Santorini Collection, each reflecting Lacoste’s commitment to timeless design and versatility. The Lacoste Watch Pop-up store, located at SM …
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HUGO Watches, renowned for its commitment to innovation and style, hosted an exclusive roadshow at SM Makati, presenting two groundbreaking collections, #LIT FOR HIM and #BRAVE. The Pop-up store, featuring these avant-garde timepieces, will remain open until March 31, 2024. The HUGO Watches #LIT FOR HIM Collection epitomizes a sleek, gender-neutral design with bold branding, offering a fun and colorful …
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The Supreme Court (SC) upheld the rulings that sentenced a man to prison for illegal possession and use of fake banknotes. In a decision penned by Associate Justice Jhosep Y. Lopez, the SC’s Second Division denied the petition by Allan Gacasan that challenged the rulings of the Court of Appeals (CA) and the Regional Trial Court (RTC). In a buy-bust …
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The Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK), the Overseas Filipino Bank (OFBank), and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) have joined forces to expedite the delivery of indemnity claims to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) displaced by the bankruptcies of Saudi Arabian construction companies in 2015 and 2016. The collaboration will integrate and streamline the processes of LANDBANK and OFBank with …
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Foreign direct investment (FDI) net inflows sustained its growth momentum in December 2023, increasing by 29.9 percent year-on-year to reach US$826 million from the US$636 million net inflows in December 2022. FDI increased mainly on the back of the 86.2 percent growth in nonresidents’ net investments in debt instruments to US$527 million from US$283 million in the comparable month in 2022. Similarly, reinvestment …
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