The Market Monitor Minding the Nation's Business

Kribi Multipurpose Terminal (KMT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation in Cameroon, has seen a significant increase in productivity after introducing eco hoppers in its operations earlier this year.  Since January 2022, KMT has handled 21 dry bulk vessels along with roughly 600,000 tons of raw materials including clinker, gypsum, limestone and petcoke, which are used for cement production. …

The Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) has granted the City Government of San Jose a P272-million loan for the construction of new public school buildings, towards providing accessible and quality education for San Joseños. The San Jose LGU will use the funding to build 18 new public school buildings, 15 of which are allotted for elementary schools, two for …

Doug, Cheska, Kendra, Scarlett and Gavin are the new faces of MR.DIY in its ‘Family Store for Everyday Needs – Meron DIYan’ campaign. Team MR.DIY is getting bigger! THE COUNTRY’s favorite one-stop-shop for family and home improvement introduced its new brand ambassadors, Team Kramer, for its ongoing MR.DIY ‘The Family Store for Everyday Needs – Meron DIYan’ campaign during a …

Leading developer in VisMin Cebu Landmasters, Inc. (CLI) introduces Tower 4 of Casa Mira Towers Palawan, following the remarkable sales performance of its first three towers that sold out in less than a year after market introduction. Located at the heart of Puerto Princesa, the seven-tower Casa Mira Towers Palawan with a sales value of Php 6.4 billion serves as …

After learning the mind-blowing news of what could be the oldest living person on earth at 123-years-old, two NCSC Commissioners flew in from Manila to Aklan and met ‘Lola Rading’ in the flesh here in Bgy. Tigayon in Kalibo, Aklan on Saturday. Radigondes Sendon Burnasal, fondly called “Lola Rading” has been regarded and believed in this small village to be …

Chevrolet, an icon in the automotive industry worldwide, showcased its three eye-catching premium vehicles now available in the country in its newest MIG 1 Auto Showroom recently in Makati.  The centrepiece presentation was that of the Corvette Stingray CoupeV8 that represents the pinnacle of innovation and boundary-pushing American manufacturer. Set at a whopping P12,421,888, the 6.2L Stingray is blazing in …

Eneos Motor Oil, Japan’s No. 1 Oil Company, recently invited members of the motoring media and young kids to learn the basics of how to safely ride motorcycles with the help of Eneos brand ambassador and highly respected riding coach Mel Aquino.  “We are not only committed to provide products and services that are safe and secure, but we also …

Ford Philippines’ highly-anticipated Ford Island Conquest (FIC) experiential test drive event will be held on May 19-21 at the ARCA South Interactive Park in Taguig City. The first FIC leg for the year will see the Next-Generation Ford Ranger Raptor in action for the first time together with the Next-Generation Ford Ranger and Ford Everest. The specially-designed off-road track will …

You can have a chance to drive home an award-winning, internationally-acclaimed MG HS SUV with attractive offers from MG Philippines’ ongoing “Make Your Way with MG” vehicle sales promo and it can be yours for a low down payment of only P58,000 or with a hefty P70,000 cash discount. The MG HS is internationally recognized by numerous awarding bodies and …

For Stara Mae Tiongco, a high school teacher in Cagayan de Oro City, had her eyes already set on the Volkswagen T-Cross syringa violet as her first vehicle purchase.  “When [my mother] was young, Volkswagen was already an elite brand and had built up a reputation for craftsmanship, precision, engineering and durability. Plus, she’s forever a fan of ‘The Love …