Stocks to extend climb on positive sentiment
LOCAL SHARES are seen to extend their climb this week as businesses continue to reopen due to the relaxed quarantine.
Yields on government debt end mixed on profit taking
YIELDS ON government securities (GS) ended mixed last week amid remarks from the central bank chief that current policy rates are appropriate as well as speculations of an additional bond issuance.
Targa unveiling completes new-gen Porsche 911 lineup
IN EARLY MARCH, the 992 generation of the Porsche 911 Coupe and 911 Cabriolet were revealed. Now, the debut of the Targa completes the model trio of the iconic sports car.
More migrant workers displaced by COVID-19 crisis return home
MORE THAN 1,300 Filipino workers from overseas came home at the weekend amid a coronavirus pandemic that has sickened seven million and killed more than 400,000 people worldwide, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).
Coronavirus infections near 22,000, says DoH
THE DEPARTMENT of Health (DoH) reported 555 new coronavirus infections on Sunday, bringing the total to 21,895.
Congressman seeks to clarify votes on anti-terror measure
AN OPPOSITION congressman wants a clarification of how the House of Representatives voted last week on a bill seeking to strengthen the country’s anti-terror law after some of his colleagues changed their mind.
Fintech firms seek emerging-industry protections in tax
THE fintech industry said it wants to be recognized as an emerging industry with some protections in a bill proposing to tax digital services.
DBM releases 91% of budget as of end-May
THE Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said it released 91.1% of this year’s P4.1-trillion spending plan as of the end of May.
DTI rules out rent concessions during MGCQ
THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said rent deferrals will no longer apply during a modified general community quarantine (MGCQ).
Djokovic concerned over ‘strict’ US Open protocols
BENGALURU — World number one Novak Djokovic has said participating in the US Open would be an impossible task due to the “extreme” COVID-19 protocols in place for the tournament at Flushing Meadows.
Phased in return for football, says PFF’s Araneta
WHEN FOOTBALL in the country would resume its activities is still to be determined but officials assured that they have started working towards it, eyeing a phased in return.
Former La Salle star Mbala finding his footing as a pro baller
THREE YEARS removed from playing for the De La Salle Green Archers at the University Athletic Association of the Philippines, Ben Mbala has been touring different parts of the world as a professional basketball player.