Beyond the numbers: Telling the story of PH economy in motion
Over the past 40 years, the Philippine Daily Inquirer has been steadfast in its commitment to passionately tell the Filipino story, including those in the dynamic field of business and the economy.
Thus, the business section kicks off the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the country’s newspaper of record by featuring some of the consequential policy shifts, landmark decisions and cutting-edge innovations that have shaped the world we live in today.
We traced, for example, the evolution of stock trading in the Philippines—how it responded to changing market demands, moved from paper-based to paperless transactions and adapting its rules and regulations to strengthen its self-governance and encourage more Filipino companies to list on the Philippine Stock Exchange.
Also, here are stories on generational reforms whose massive impact continues to be felt.
Policy shifts
These include the dismantling of the monopoly in the telecommunications industry that made the rapid advancements in communications technology within easier reach of the majority of Filipinos and the entry of budget airlines that made traveling across the country and abroad a more attainable dream.
We also covered here how the Philippines has become an increasingly cash-lite society where everyday financial transactions are now being done digitally, from fund transfers to bills and retail payments and even stock trading and investments.
The emergence of the “malling” culture in the Philippines is likewise discussed here.
We covered how retail giants have changed their playbook over the past 40 years, such that these malls that dot the country have become not just shopping destinations but community centers as well.
Since it has been faithfully publishing important events in the economic beat, over 40 years—in keeping with that spirit of journalism producing “the first rough draft of history”—the Philippine Daily Inquirer is in a position to put the puzzle pieces together to create the bigger picture that Filipinos need to be enlightened and thus make informed decisions.
Initiatives
Aside from producing quality stories every day, the Philippine Daily Inquirer also sees itself as not just an observer but also an active, good corporate citizen that uses its influence and reach to foster a more equitable society.
As such, the business section looked back on the success of meaningful initiatives such as Spotlight in this anniversary issue.
Spotlight is a multiyear campaign where the Philippine Daily Inquirer highlights vibrant growth centers that are attracting the attention of local and foreign investors, thus helping improve the quality of life outside Metro Manila.
The country’s most trusted news organization intends to continue the campaign to shine a light on more of these centers of economic activity as the celebration of the 40th anniversary continues.
We also looked back on how the Philippine Daily Inquirer joined the broader business community in toasting the recipients of the annual Management Person of the Year award, deemed the country’s most prestigious award for management excellence.
The Philippine Daily Inquirer intends to add to these efforts as it marks the next chapter in its storied history that is likewise marked by shifts, changes, innovations and evolution.
But amid the inevitable changes that will come, what will remain true is the unflinching commitment to tell the Filipino story that continues to unfold, for fellow Filipinos and the world.
