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Why the psychology of ‘utang’ matters for the economy

MANILA, Philippines – Debt or “utang” is not just a financial tool anymore. It is the lifeline that keeps many Filipino families afloat. With consumer spending making up about 70 percent of the economy, every peso that is spent keeps the economy moving. When households keep buying, businesses do well but when they cut back,

Gold rally lifts Philippine dollar reserves to 11-month high

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ gross international reserves rose to $108.8 billion in September, the highest in 11 months, as higher gold prices boosted the value of the central bank’s holdings. The figure climbed from $107.1 billion in August, reflecting gains from global gold prices, investment income, and foreign currency deposits by the national government,

All set for Maynilad’s P45.8-B stock debut

MANILA, Philippines – Maynilad Water Services Inc. inched closer toward its P45.8-billion initial public offering (IPO) this month after obtaining the approval of the Philippine Stock Exchange. The operator of the local bourse said in an advisory on Monday that Maynilad would offer up to 2.3 billion shares for as much as P20 each. The

Gov’t debt service surged by 257% in Aug. to P664.7B

The government’s debt service burden more than tripled in August, driven by higher amortization payments following a mammoth settlement of maturing bonds. Debt payments surged by 257 percent year-on-year to P664.7 billion, according to the latest cash operation report of the Bureau of the Treasury. This brought the eight-month tally to P1.54 trillion, nearly flat

Shiba Inu Price Prediction: Can SHIB Reclaim $0.00005 While AlphaPepe Becomes the Best Crypto to Buy Now

Following a wave of renewed retail activity, analysts are speculating whether SHIB can reclaim the $0. 00005 mark and reignite its [.] The post Shiba Inu Price Prediction: Can SHIB Reclaim $0. 00005 While AlphaPepe Becomes the Best Crypto to Buy Now appeared first on Coindoo.