Banker breaks down economy of trust
‘Governance affects the risk premium, the cost of capital, even the project timelines and ultimately, the willingness of investors to commit long-term capital.’
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‘Governance affects the risk premium, the cost of capital, even the project timelines and ultimately, the willingness of investors to commit long-term capital.’
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the men around him are obviously guided by the next elections, two years away.
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Philippine inflationAnother interest rate hike by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) may address immediate inflationary concerns, but broader economic…
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Businesses do not manufacture consumer confidence. Only income growth, price stability, and a functioning peso do that, and none of the three made a mark on…
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‘Iran should escalate earlier and more forcefully rather than wait for the U.S. or Israel to define the terms of the conflict.’
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Executive Secretary Ralph Recto enticed American investors to establish operations at the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) and enjoy its perks, providing…
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Executive Secretary Ralph Recto urged American investors to set up operations along the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC), saying investments could generate…
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Five Filipino crew members from the Liberian-flagged oil tanker M/V Europe I returned to Manila on Monday after being repatriated ahead of their vessel’s entry…
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His remains will be cremated Tuesday, with senior Communist Party leaders expected to attend a farewell ceremony, according to state news agency Xinhua.
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The initiative aligns perfectly with the need for technology transfer and skills development, which are key to ensuring that our workforce remains competitive…
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Department of Finance (DoF) Secretary Frederick Go hinted that a European nation is set to become the latest partner in the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC).
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The Philippines needs to diversify its sources of economic growth beyond consumption and services to achieve faster, more sustainable and inclusive expansion,…
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There is cautious optimism that infrastructure projects in H2 2026 and improving business sentiment could support a recovery. But with growth at 2.3 percent,…
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The 2.3 percent gross domestic product (GDP) growth the country posted in the second quarter of 2026 may not be as low as initially reported, according to…
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The United States is expanding its economic and maritime cooperation with the Philippines, bringing hundreds of international investors to Manila for the Luzon…
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The Economic Journalists Association of the Philippines (EJAP) will bring together the Marcos administration’s economic team to discuss strategies for…
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The flood control scandal and the ongoing impeachment process amplified the economic slowdown in the second quarter, economist and former Bangko Sentral ng…
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The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and P&A Grant Thornton have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen knowledge-sharing and…
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