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Price Tracker: Oil, fuel monitor for Sept. 28–Oct. 5
Pump prices decline after three consecutive weeks of increases.
JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon on how growth can untangle US-China strife, thorny global issues
Jamie Dimon’s recent whirlwind visit to Hong Kong followed a similar script: a schedule packed with meetings involving the entrepreneurs and business leaders connecting China with global markets. But it was his…
Thailand teams up with South Korean agencies to work on AI and protect copyrights
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) of Thailand met with South Korean agencies to enhance cooperation on AI, copyright enforcement, and rights management, aiming to support creators and the digital economy…
Oil spikes after Trump rejects Iran peace proposal
Wall Street's main indexes fell after Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to end the war, leading to a spike in crude prices that revived inflation worries and drove Treasury yields higher.
SEDA Law honors Piki Lopez for RE transition, development
In its recent celebration of 25 years of leadership in the legal sector, SEDA Law awarded its prestigious Silver Coin Tribute to Federico “Piki” Lopez, chairman and CEO of the First Holdings Group, during a gala dinner…
Taiwanese firm eyes $1 billion plant in Clark
A Taiwanese technology firm plans to invest $1 billion for a manufacturing facility in New Clark City, according to the Bases Conversion and Development Authority.
JKS buys P2.88 billion PhilWeb shares, ups stake to 14.2%
Technology firm JKS Tech Solutions Inc. is raising its stake in listed gaming service provider PhilWeb Corp. to 14.22 percent through the purchase of additional shares worth P2.88 billion.
Fiscal reforms to unlock GDP gains for Philippines – World Bank
The Philippines could generate fiscal gains equivalent to as much as 7.1 percent of gross domestic product by improving tax collection and making public spending more efficient, according to the World Bank.
Beyond substituted filing
For many employees, tax compliance is often perceived as complete upon receipt of their Certificate of Compensation/Tax Withheld or the Bureau of Internal Revenue Form 2316 from their employer.
Globe leans on GCash, data centers for value
Telco-to-tech giant Globe Telecom Inc. is betting on its digital units to pick up more investor interest as it moves to cushion its recent profit slowdown.
