BW FILE PHOTOBy Revin Mikhael D. Ochave, Reporter THE RECENTLY ANNOUNCED move of the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) to lower the minimum public ownership (MPO) for large initial public offerings (IPOs) may not be good for investor confidence as it creates an “uneven playing field,”
THE EXTERIOR of the Marriner S. Eccles Federal Reserve Board Building is seen in Washington, D.C., US, June 14, 2022. — REUTERSBy Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, Reporter THE US Federal Reserve’s latest pause and cautious stance could push the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas
JOHN GUCCIONE-PEXELSTHE COUNTRY’S external debt service burden jumped to $17.16 billion in 2024, according to preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Central bank data showed debt servicing on external borrowings climbed by 15.6% to $17.16 billion last year from $14.85 billion in
PHL gross borrowings inch up to P213B in Jan. - BusinessWorld Online BW FILE PHOTOTHE NATIONAL Government’s (NG) gross borrowings inched up in January amid a
By Mon AbreaIn this modern world of ubiquitous apps and voice-controlled robots, the future and past collide. The avant-garde processes and programs perfected by technology fuel the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), while agriculture — rooted in tradition and necessity — remains a cornerstone of
SFA Semicon Philippines Corp. to hold Annual Stockholders' Meeting on April 25 via Zoom - BusinessWorld Online Spotlight is BusinessWorld’s sponsored section that allows advertisers to
The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corp. (HKSTP) has launched the ninth edition of the Elevator Pitch International Competition (EPIC 2025), inviting global startups to compete for funding and growth opportunities in Asia’s innovation ecosystem. Set for Nov. 3 to 7 at Hong Kong’s
Located in the country’s top tourism hotspots, Savea condotels benefit from the increasing demand for accommodations and promising potential for value appreciation. Amidst a rapidly changing market, leisure-oriented developments such as condotels have proven to be one of the most sought-after investments. With the
Alwyn Rosel, a startup ecosystem veteran, is the new executive director of IdeaSpace and QBO Innovation.IdeaSpace, the startup accelerator and early-stage venture investment arm of the MVP Group of Companies, announced the appointment of Alwyn Rosel, a startup ecosystem veteran, as the new executive director
Villgro Philippines, a gender-smart incubator supporting impact-driven enterprises, has partnered with the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) to jointly run the Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security Enhancement (SAFE) Accelerator.This virtual accelerator program is designed to support high-potential enterprises
DAVAO CITY — ITSTEP Academy Philippines held an Open House on March 15, at its Davao campus, drawing students, parents, career shifters, and tech enthusiasts interested in the school’s expanding lineup of digital education programs.The event, held at the Pharma Nutria Building in Bajada, offered
UST architect presents study on elevated walkway project at World Planning Congress - BusinessWorld Online Architect Henry Felix E. Herrera of the University of Santo Tomas