Tag: Mark Louis Ferrolino

Health is a fundamental determinant of the country’s economic growth. As the World Health Organization says, better health makes an important contribution to economic...

The Christmas season is regarded as the “most wonderful time of the year.” However, it is also the most stressful time for many who...

The spirit of the much-awaited festive is now being felt across the country. As the dusk occurs, every street transforms into a spectacle of...

Noche Buena, which translates to “good evening” in Spanish, refers to the night of Christmas Eve commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. In the...

There was a pretty good mix of vehicles introduced in the country this year. There are some that exude sophisticated styling with superb exterior,...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer In the local business scene, the name Elizabeth T. Sy, together with her other five siblings, is often...

This first week of December, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through the Export Marketing Bureau (EMB), together with the Philippine Exporters Confederation...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer Ramon F. Garcia & Company, CPAs (RFGCO) has come a long way since its establishment in 1981. From...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer With its assumption of the operations of the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) on Sept. 28, 2018, the...

Remembering George S.K. Ty: the legacy of a titan Most people might remember Dr. George S.K. Ty as a successful business tycoon who founded the...

Remembering George S.K. Ty: the legacy of a titan Aside from the establishment of the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. (MBFI), the late Dr. George S.K. Ty...

Winners of the Entrepreneurship Of The Year Philippines 2019 named By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer It was a momentous and historical night honoring the...

Sport utility vehicles (SUVs) are one of the most popular choices among car buyers these days due to their versatility. They have the pulling...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer The Philippines continues to exhibit a stellar economic performance in recent years, making it one of the fastest-growing...

Mutual funds are a good investment starter for those with limited knowledge on making their money grow. They give investors a great way to...

In most countries, pink is considered as a feminine color that evokes traditional gender roles. However, for the community of cancer victims, survivors and...

The Philippine insurance industry remains bright and robust, exhibiting positive growth in recent years despite some internal and external challenges. In fact, in 2018,...

Winning together in the fourth industrial revolution By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer The telecommunications industry has been at the forefront of massive changes worldwide....

Winning together in the fourth industrial revolution By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer People are becoming more sophisticated; they now demand for faster and more...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer Retirement is a life-changing decision. It is the point of life when one’s old day-to-day routine officially ends....

In today’s modern world, international trade contributes significantly to the growth of the global economy that promotes progress and prosperity across countries, down to...

Trucks, either large or small, are probably the most reliable vehicles in moving large quantities of cargoes across countries and towns. They can go...

The Medical City’s Augusto P. Sarmiento Cancer Institute By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer Over the past years, cancer incidence has been steadily increasing, and...

“Great things start from small beginnings.” This is probably one of the best catchphrases to portray the victorious journey of self-made billionaire Lucio C....

Aside from being one of the country’s top businessmen, Manny V. Pangilinan is known as an avid sportsman who has generously supported Filipino athletes...

Telecommunications has become one of the lifeblood of the modern world. It happened to be the driving force behind massive changes and multitudinous advances...

Passion and Philosophy: Atty. Ray C. Espinosa Before Ray C. Espinosa assumed the position of president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the country’s biggest power...

Education for many is the only way to escape from poverty. However, this is not the case for some Filipinos. Based on the 2017...

Consumer spending has traditionally been the driving force behind the growth of the Philippine economy in recent years, with households contributing majority of aggregate...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer For several decades, traditional banks have held a dominant market share with little modification to their business models....

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer Key executives, among other talents, face the most challenging transition in their careers. As they pursue opportunities outside...

Remembering David L. Balangue Accounting and auditing veteran David “Dave” L. Balangue’s life ended last April 29 after he succumbed to a lingering illness at...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer As a health maintenance organization (HMO) founded and run by doctors, MediCard Philippines, Inc. prides itself with a unique...

Advances in technology across retail, hospitality and finance, among others, have caused consumers to become more demanding. The exact same thing came to apply...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer The Philippine electronic sports (eSports) scene has come a long way. From a concept that was not widely...

The late Liberato “Levy” P. Laus was one of the few Filipino businessmen who championed countryside development. He, just like others, had his fair...

The Philippine insurance industry remains upbeat in recent years, going hand in hand with the country’s evolving economy. While all sectors of the industry...

Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer In the starting years of mutual fund concept in the Philippines, the industry had a rough start due to...

By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer Whether a solution to rapid urbanization and lack of affordable housing, or an answer to the shifting lifestyle...

Sprawled beautifully on the southern Philippine island of Mindanao, Davao City prides itself for having a wealth of picturesque sceneries, a variety of natural...

The Philippine real estate industry remained vibrant in 2018 despite challenges from rising interest rates and inflation. Playing a big part in this favorable...

Year 2019 is poised to be an exciting year for the local automotive industry. Better market conditions are expected as consumers get used to...

Like many other industries, the oil industry is undergoing a digital shift. Oil companies are now seeing the profound impact of technology in improving...

The Bureau of Customs (BoC), in recent years, has introduced transformative measures that have helped regain public trust and confidence to the agency. Through...

Food is one of the major elements of Chinese culture and is one of the things that Chinese people take the most pride in....