DBP raises P8.25-B in newest bond issuance

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August 8, 2025
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State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines has successfully raised P8.25 billion in fresh funds from its latest dual local bond offering as it continues to diversify its funding sources to support more projects aligned with the National Government’s economic development agenda, a top official said. DBP President and Chief Executive Officer Michael O. de Jesus …

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Suntrust Celebrates A New Milestone with The Mist Residences in Baguio

Posted by watchmen
August 6, 2025
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Suntrust marked a meaningful milestone with the property blessing of The Mist Residences in Baguio City on August 2, 2025. This event highlights Suntrust’s enduring commitment to being a trusted developer and partner in Baguio’s growth and progress. The Mist Residences stands as a testament to Suntrust’s commitment to building well-planned communities that offer Filipino …

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JUANITA NG PASIG, NAKAJACKPOT NG ₱77,777 SA SCRATCHIT!

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August 5, 2025
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Suwerte ang bumungad kay Juanita Fababaer, 53 anyos, taga Pasig City, matapos niyang masungkit ang premyong ₱77,777 mula sa Scratchit Red Hot 7 na binili lang niya paminsan-minsan sa Kapitolyo. Aba, kung sa iba’y pang-merienda lang ang sukli, kay Aling Juanita, jackpot! “Naku, hindi ko nga inaasahan. Bihira lang talaga akong bumili,” kwento ni Juanita. …

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Pag-IBIG Fund rolls out special 3% loan rate under Expanded 4PH to make housing more affordable

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July 30, 2025
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PAG-IBIG Fund announced on July 25 that it is offering a special subsidized interest rate of 3 percent per annum for the first five years of housing loans under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (Expanded 4PH) Program. The special rate is available to eligible members from the lowest income segments up to the …

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DigiPlus, BingoPlus Foundation bring urgent relief to storm-hit Cavite

Posted by watchmen
July 28, 2025
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BingoPlus Foundation, the social development arm of DigiPlus Interactive Corp., continues to deliver critical relief to storm-stricken communities, reaching hundreds of families in Cavite while also preparing a major donation to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) for next week. Upon declaration of the province of Cavite under a State of Calamity, the …

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Pag-IBIG Fund Offers Housing Loan Moratorium in Calamity-Hit Areas, Heeds President Marcos’ Call to Extend Assistance

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July 24, 2025
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Pag-IBIG Fund has offered a one-month moratorium on housing loan payments to assist members affected by Severe Tropical Storms Crising, Dante, Emong and the Southwest Monsoon, as part of its continuing response to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call to deliver swift and responsive relief to calamity-stricken members. Pag-IBIG Housing Loan borrowers residing or working …

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DigiPlus appeals for fair, fact-based dialogue in online gaming regulation

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July 23, 2025
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DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the operator of BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, today voiced an appeal to lawmakers amid the wave of congressional proposals targeting the online gaming sector. “We are open to evolving and improving wherever needed,” said DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco. “If there are new standards to meet, or better ways to protect players, we …

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Pag-IBIG Fund Heeds PBBM’s Call, Mobilizes Calamity Loan for Members Affected by Typhoon Crising

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July 23, 2025
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Pag-IBIG Fund has mobilized its Calamity Loan Program to assist members affected by Typhoon Crising, in line with the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. to deliver immediate support to Filipinos in disaster-hit areas. “We are ready to assist our members affected by Typhoon Crising through the Pag-IBIG Calamity Loan,” said Secretary Jose Ramon P. …

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