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The Philippines Gets Its First Investment Grade
Last March 27, 2013, the Republic of the Philippines received its first Investment Grade Status from the rating agency, Fitch Group. From a previous ranking of ... Read more.
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New Rules on Foreign Business Ownership
On Monday, March 25 2013, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a draft memorandum circular regarding the government body’s foreign ownership ... Read more.
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The Philippine Peso Recovers Loss from Effects of Cyprus Bailout Fears
On Monday, March 18, 2013, it was reported that the Philippine Peso weakened as an effect of the announced radical bailout plan on Cyprus. While it seems unlike... Read more.
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Foreign Direct Investment Posts Significant Increase in 2012
Foreign direct investment inflows have never been better as confidence increases in the Philippine business environment. Foreign direct investment increased by ... Read more.
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Peso Stands Strong against Other Asian Currencies
The Philippine Peso continues to do well in terms of Peso-Dollar exchange despite the currency being widely reputed to be one of the weaker currencies in the re... Read more.
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GT Capital Holdings Open To Partnership With The Government
The investment arm of Metrobank Group of Taipan George S.K. Ty, GT Capital Holdings Inc. is open to forge partnerships with entities competing for projects unde... Read more.
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Growing Partnership of Filipino and Israeli Businessmen Aims to Triple Trade
Filipino and Israeli businessmen aim to triple bilateral trade amid glowing partnership prospects. During a business forum on Monday, Philippine Chamber of Comm... Read more.
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The Rise of Real Estate Industry in Philippine Economy
Julius Guevara, associate director for advisory services and head of consultancy and research of Colliers International, said that in general the bullish perfor... Read more.
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San Miguel Properties Is Going Private
San Miguel Properties Inc. (SMPI), the real estate development provider associated with San Miguel Corporation is about to experience an offer for its shares in... Read more.
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Lease Rates and Stable Office Supply Assured by BPOs
The Business Process Outsourcing sector will continue to create majority of the demand for real estate, supported by a wide market of residential buyers, proper... Read more.