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11 June

IMF cuts Phl growth forecast

By Rose de la Cruz The International Monetary Fund cut its growth forecast for the Philippines to 6 percent in 2024 (still within the government’s target of 6 to 7 percent) from its April forecast of 6.2 percent. “Growth is expected to rebound to 6% in 2024 and 6.2% in 2025, on the back of stronger consumption demand, higher public …

11 June

Stratpoint Technologies announces appointment of new Chief Technology Officer

Stratpoint Technologies, enabler of digital transformation through software, quality assurance, Cloud, data, and AI, is pleased to announce the appointment of Zayd Tolentino as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With a career spanning 15 years, Zayd brings not only tech expertise to the table but also a wealth of experience in digital transformation across startups and enterprises in various …

11 June

BDO backs infra initiatives to drive PH economic expansion

BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO) continues to help drive economic progress through strategic investments in the development of critical infrastructure, particularly in mass transportation and energy sectors. Recognizing the pivotal role of robust infrastructure in enticing foreign investors, BDO cultivates key partnerships aimed at bolstering domestic mobility through expressways, roads, bridges, and enhancing international and domestic connectivity through airport rehabilitation and …

11 June

LANDBANK backs Philippine Army co-op with P10-B loan line

Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) has extended a P10-billion rediscounting line to support the Philippine Army Finance Center Producers Integrated Cooperative (PAFCPIC) and its members serving in the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). The state-run Bank expanded the Cooperative’s previous P8 billion credit line to P10 billion to sufficiently augment working capital and enable PAFCPIC to better serve …

11 June

SERES Intelligent Luxury EVs

Seres Auto, the newest Chinese car brand to hit the Philippine market that promises to introduce intelligent luxury electric vehicles (EVs) which combine innovation, sustainability, and unparalleled driving experiences, was formally introduced by the QSJ Motors Philippines in a grand celebration recently at the Okada Hotel & Casino. Established in 1986 with a workforce of over 20,000 and among China’s …

11 June

Cleanfuel opens Santa Maria, Bulacan branch

Cleanfuel added another station to its growing number of stores selling “quality fuel for less” when it opened the spanking clean Santa Maria, Bulacan branch last week. Aside from the less expensive fuels being sold by Cleanfuel, the newest station is now equipped with the solar roof that generates power on its own to supply the everyday energy needs of …

11 June

Here come the game-changers MG3 & G50 Plus

MG Philippines officially launched two of its “game-changer” vehicles – the G50 Plus and the MG3 – during a media launch held at the Blackbird Restaurant last week in Makati. The G50 Plus is the brand’s new strong entry in the highly competitive MPV market while the highly-awaited MG3, entering the B-segment hatchback category with a competitive price and a …

11 June

Kia unveils Sonet

The Kia Sonet, the brand’s latest small SUV offering in the segment that aims to transform the country’s automotive landscape, is launched by ACMobility, the official distributor of Kia vehicles and services in the Philippines, last week at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Paranaque. Kia’s entry SUV arrival bolsters the brand’s comprehensive sports utility vehicle lineup with its modern …

10 June

LEARN TO WRITE CHILDREN’S STORIES @ SUNSHINE PLACE

Do you like to write children’s stories but have little or no writing experience? Sunshine Place offers you the opportunity to learn how to write children’s stories with its “How to Write Children’s Stories” on June 22 and 29, 2024 from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. The writing crash course will be conducted by Filipino children’s author Dr. Joem Antonio, creator of …

10 June

GSIS ready to grant emergency loans for Kanlaon eruption victims

In the wake of Mount Kanlaon’s eruption last June 3, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) is prepared to offer emergency loans to GSIS members and pensioners affected by the disaster, once the affected places are officially declared as calamity areas. Eligible members and pensioners with existing loans can borrow up to P40,000, allowing them to clear their current balance …

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June, 2024