PHILIPPINE STAR/RYAN BALDEMORThe other day, we were one of the three panelists during the 6th General Membership Meeting of the Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines or Finex. The other two were Finance Assistant Secretary Neil Adrian S. Cabiles and Metrobank Chief Economist Nicholas Mapa,
IE BUSINESS SCHOOL Dean Lee Newman at a panel discussion at the South Summit Madrid on June 4. — IE UNIVERSITYBy Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, ReporterMADRID — Business schools must embrace the concept of “strategic foresight” in their teaching to help future executives navigate constant
PHILIPPINE BANKS are expected to post double-digit loan growth this year on the strength of the consumer sector, JPMorgan Chase & Co. said.The bank said in a market note that they expect Philippine banks’ loans to grow by 10-13% this year.“Growth drivers have broadened, with
The UK’s fifth‑largest supermarket said like‑for‑like sales grew 3.9 per cent in the three months to early June, up from 2.1 per cent in the previous quarter, when a cyberattack on supply‑chain software provider Blue Yonder forced the retailer to slash prices on some items to keep shelves stocked. Including new
Direct selling attracts millions of individuals worldwide seeking entrepreneurship opportunities with flexible schedules and low startup costs. QNET, established in 1998, is a global lifestyle and wellness company operating through an e-commerce-powered direct selling model in over 25 countries. The company’s product offerings span health
More than £1 billion has now been paid out to victims of the Post Office Horizon IT scandal, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to deliver justice to thousands of wronged sub-postmasters. The government confirmed that, as of 2 June, a total of £1.039
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Modern businesses rely on customer relationship platforms to centralize sales, service, and marketing efforts. However, simply deploying a system does not guarantee improved performance; strategic configuration and ongoing support are essential. Poorly aligned workflows and user resistance can hinder adoption, leading to wasted budgets and
The Bank of England has kept its benchmark interest rate at 4.25%, but hinted that a cut could be on the horizon as early as August, amid growing signs of a weakened UK economy and rising global risks. While Governor Andrew Bailey acknowledged that inflation is
HM Revenue & Customs is expected to net a significant tax windfall from this year’s Wimbledon Championships, as the tournament’s ever-increasing prize pot pushes more players into higher UK tax brackets. According to tax experts at Blick Rothenberg, Wimbledon is becoming an increasingly lucrative revenue stream
The UK’s advertising watchdog has issued a strong rebuke to brands that continue to rely on outdated and harmful stereotypes of older people, warning that many portrayals are offensive and fail to reflect the reality of ageing in modern society. In a report published today, the
Shell’s chief executive Wael Sawan has warned that a worsening of the conflict between Israel and Iran could deliver a major shock to the global economy, as geopolitical tensions threaten to choke off one of the world’s most important energy supply routes.Speaking at an energy