The KPO sub-sector in the Philippines has become a significant contributor to the development of the country’s BPO industry. Further, as special economic zones (SEZs) permitted the work-from-home setup for BPO companies, they have been able to expand their scope of services to clients – op...
Just a short time ago, certain sectors in the Philippines had to have a majority local owner, making it difficult for external firms to enter the market. However, recent legislation to update acts such as the Retail Trade Liberalization Act of 2000 and the Foreign Investments Act...
Investment banksin the Philippines are also calledinvestment banking firmsorinvestment houses. They’re not really “banks” in the sense that we cannot just walk in to their premises and open deposit accounts or apply for bank loans. They do more complex activities. They serve corporations or i...
It finds that general effective tax rates are relatively high in the Philippines, while investment incentives are comparable to those in neighboring countries. Tax holidays are most attractive for very profitable firms, creating redundancy, and for investment in short-lived assets. Two recently ...
The oldest city in the Philippines continues to reinvent itself over the years to adapt to the times. June 2017 Get into GenSan: Doing business and investing in General Santos City Three of the nation’s boxing champions profoundly illustrate how the GenSan local, whatever the odds, can ...
The Philippines is a country of thousands of islands located in the tropical region of Southeast Asia. It has a warm climate throughout the year, a beautiful natural environment, and the local residents are kind and hospitable. It is one of the best retirement places in the world. ...
A prominent middle class has been present since the 1990s, bolstered by work brought in by outsourcing firms, tech giants, and other support providers. There are many different cities within Manila and each one has its own vibe, cost of living, and other pros and cons. ...
China Leans On Banks To Revive Property Market Executive Interviews BTG Pactual’s Mariana Oiticica Steers Private Banking Through Generational Change Executive Interviews African Banking Roundtable: New Focus On Capital Markets Banking Davivienda Considers Assets Of Scotiabank In Colombia...
MANILA, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines, with the help of Chinese firms, will set up an investment promotion center in Shanghai, China in a bid to lure more Chinese investors, the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said on Wednesday. ...
growth without high inflation, unstable exchange rates or political turmoil—despite occasional military coups. The private-enterprise economy, positive attitude towards foreigners and increasing export-oriented strategy induced foreign investors, especially Japanese firms, to relocate industrial plants to ...