China Just Showed Washington How It Plans to Fight the Next Trade War
Faltering U.S. industrial leadership has allowed China to take a harder trade stance as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office. Source link
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Nomura sees slower PHL growth
NOMURA Global Markets Research has trimmed its gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for the Philippines next year, citing risks such as from US President-elect Donald J. Trump’s policies …
BoI-approved investments hit P1.58T
THE BOARD of Investments (BoI) has approved a total of P1.58 trillion in investment pledges as of November, putting it on track to hit its P1.6-trillion target for the …
Guardian Journalists Strike Over Planned Sale of The Observer
Workers have begun a 48-hour walkout, the first in 50 years for the outlet, over a proposal to sell The Observer to Tortoise Media, a digital media start-up. Source …
North Carolina Town Sues Duke Energy Over Climate Change
Carrboro accused Duke, one the nation’s largest utility companies, of ignoring data about climate change while increasing use of fossil fuels. Source link
Coming soon: VAT in the digital age
For some people, a typical weekend is spent curling up on the couch with a bowl of popcorn, immersed in their TV shows from their favorite streaming service. This, …
Visa sees cross-border e-commerce driving digital payments next year
VISA, INC. said it expects cross-border e-commerce to drive digital payments in 2025 as consumers seek more access to international sellers. “It’s about creating a seamless, secure, and accessible …
Philippine salary growth projected at 5.5% in 2025
AVERAGE SALARIES in the Philippines are projected to grow 5.5% in 2025, against the actual rise of 5.2% in 2024, according to a study by a global consultancy firm. …
Compliant power cooperatives to be granted exemption from local taxes
ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES (ECs) found compliant with the financial and operational standards set by the National Electrification Administration (NEA) will be exempt from tax, fees, and charges imposed by local …
Semiconductor industry hoping EU pursues its own CHIPS Act
THE Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI) said it is hoping the European Union (EU) legislates its own version of the US CHIPS and Science …