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First investment: Gov’t, through Maharlika, gets 20% stake in NGCP

First investment: Gov’t, through Maharlika, gets 20% stake in NGCP     MANILA, Philippines — The Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) is buying a 20-percent stake in the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), the private company operating the country’s lone electricity transmission network.   President Marcos witnessed the signing ceremony i...

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Pages: Are you part of the problem or part of the solution?

Quimbo: Blanks in 2025 budget only for final computation By: Gabriel Pabico Lalu - Reporter / @GabrielLaluINQ INQUIRER.net / 04:59 PM January 27, 2025     Marikina Rep. Stella Quimbo | PHOTO: Facebook page of Teacher Stella Quimbo   MANILA, Philippines — Marikina 2nd District Rep. Stella Quimbo has clarified that the blanks in the b...

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Pages: Are you part of the problem or part of the solution?

Every challenge we face presents a choice: to be part of the problem or part of the solution. Often, we avoid this question because it’s easier to point out what’s wrong than to take action to fix it. Yet, our response to problems reflects our character, values and priorities. Being part of the problem isn’t always intentional. It can stem from inaction, misplaced priorities,...

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Shop Houses: The Perfect Blend of Rental Cashflow and Capital Growth

"Shop Houses: The Perfect Blend of Rental Cashflow and Capital Growth" In the ever-evolving world of real estate investments, shop houses offer a unique blend of residential and commercial opportunities. These properties, which typically combine ground-floor retail space with upper-level residential or office units, have become increasingly popular among savvy investors. Why? Because...

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Warehouse Leasing Market Trends in Cebu

#CebuWarehouseLeasing #LogisticsGrowth #RealEstateTrends #BusinessExpansion   "> Warehouse Leasing Market Trends in Cebu Cebu's warehouse leasing market is experiencing notable developments, influenced by economic growth, urbanization, and evolving business needs. Here's an overview of the current trends: 1. Growing Demand for Warehousing The expansion of tra...

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BPO sector seen to drive PHL growth

  DCSTUDIO-FREEPIK CITIGROUP, INC. (Citi) expects the Philippine economy to expand by around 6% this year, partly driven by sustained growth in the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector. “We expect the growth in 2025 to stay within the 6% handle,” Citi Asia South Head Amol Gupte said in an online briefing on Monday. Citi’s forecast would be at the l...

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