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PH factory activity cooled in May as US trade war bit

Global trade uncertainties stalled Philippine factory activity in May, as Filipino producers grappled with weaker…

BIZ BUZZ: Gaga for Guimaras mangoes

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has gone all-out in promoting the country’s famous…

Illicit cigarette trade hits high

The Illicit cigarette trade in the Philippines has hit a record high with one in…

EU urges respect, not threats, as Trump pushes for 50% tariff

BRUSSELS — The European Commission urged the US on Friday to bring respect, not threats,…

Permits for hazardous products extended

Companies that make, sell, or distribute household and urban hazardous products can continue using their…

Argentina ready to export more meat to PH

Argentina is ready to export more poultry and meat to the Philippines to take advantage…

To help reduce poverty, send more agri products abroad

Exports create jobs, which in turn reduce poverty. More attention, however,  should be given to…

BOP swung to deficit in April

The Philippines recorded its biggest dollar shortfall in three months in April, pushing the four-month…

Busier PH ports reflect improved trading activities  

Local seaports facilitated heavier cargo volume in the first quarter, mostly accounted for by imported…

Sticky de minimis rule

To restore fair competition, protect local industries and improve government revenue, the Philippine Retailers Association…