FREEPIK(Part 7)As we have seen in the previous columns in this series, manufacturing employment is a better predictor of economic development than manufacturing output. In fact, even today as much as 24% of the labor force in Germany is still accounted for by manufacturing (although
THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) has amended its rules on the periodic review of trust, investment management and other fiduciary accounts.In a circular posted on its website, the BSP said the Monetary Board approved amendments to the Manuals of Regulations for Banks and Non-Bank
URC.COM.PHGOKONGWEI-LED Universal Robina Corp. (URC) reported a 53.7% decline in its third-quarter attributable net income, falling to P1.42 billion from P3.07 billion in the same period last year, due to weaker sales volume and lower foreign exchange gains.Third-quarter sales fell by 1.8% to P38.14 billion
FREEPIKWe at the Stratbase Group marked our 20th anniversary last week by doing what we do best: providing a platform for and facilitating meaningful conversations. During our two-day event called “The Pilipinas Conference,” and with the theme “Navigating a Complex Geostrategic Landscape: Building Resilience Through
FACEBOOK.COM/JOYCE.DIANA.OFFICIALBy Almira Louise S. MartinezJOYCE AND DIANA, known for its premium linens used in five-star hotels, plans to expand overseas starting in South Asia and eventually to markets across the globe, according to its owner.The Philippine startup also plans to open pop-ups and physical stores,
More than five years after the onset of the pandemic, remote working remains a central part of UK work culture. According to recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), 41% of the British workforce now works from home at least part of the week,
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined Metro Bank £16.6 million for failing to implement adequate systems to monitor money laundering risks, impacting over 60 million transactions valued at more than £51 billion. The lapses, occurring between June 2016 and December 2020, reveal serious deficiencies in
UK wage growth has slowed to its lowest rate in more than two years, while unemployment rose to 4.3% in the three months to September, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The data, which reveals a mixed outlook for the labour
Urban Synergy, a leading social mobility charity, is excited to announce the nominees for the 2024 Urban Synergy UShine Awards. These prestigious awards recognize individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the development and empowerment of young people through mentorship and advocacy.The nominations
Blast Theory’s award-winning game, Can You See Me Now?, is making its UK premiere at the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts on Tuesday 19 – Thursday 21 November. The game, which first gained international acclaim over a decade ago, is a thrilling mix of
Solutions for Accounting Named Sage’s Growth Partner of the YearLondon, UK – Solutions for Accounting, a well-respected provider of business management software in the UK, has been awarded Sage’s Growth Partner of the Year at the recent Sage Partner Kick-Off event. This prestigious award recognizes
“Female CEOs Lead Companies to Success in Comparison to Male-Led Competitors, Reports New Investment App Nemo”Tuesday 12 November, 2024 – In the business world, there are some remarkable examples of female CEOs who have proven their capabilities in leading their companies to success, according to