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Gold futures pare gains on White House tariff plans
US GOLD FUTURES pared gains on Friday, retreating from record high levels, after reports that the White House plans to issue an executive order clarifying the country’s stance on gold bar tariffs.
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August 11, 2025
Business World Philippines
AI doesn't just lie – It can make you believe it
ONE of the more subtle and insidious threats posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and related technology is its ability to tamper with memories.
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August 11, 2025
Business World Philippines
ICTSI shares rise on port developments, earnings
RAZON-LED International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) was the most actively traded stock last week, with its share price rising following reports of strong earnings and developments at its Luzon terminal, which is expected to be operational by 2028.
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August 11, 2025
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Oil prices post steepest weekly losses since June due to tariff
Oil held steady on Friday as markets awaited a meeting in coming days between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald J. Trump, but prices marked their steepest weekly losses since late June on a tariff-hit economic outlook.
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August 11, 2025
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Codelco gets approval to reopen part of El Teniente copper mine
Copper giant Codelco has received approval from Chile’s mining regulator to reopen a part of its flagship El Teniente mine, after more than a week of suspended operations following a deadly collapse that killed six workers, it said on Friday.
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August 11, 2025
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Honda Cars Alabang now under Gateway Group
LOCATED AT the corner of Alabang-Zapote Road and Investment Drive in the busy Madrigal Business Park in Alabang, Honda Cars Alabang has been operating for over two decades — serving the needs of upscale residential communities like Ayala Alabang, Ayala Hills, BF Homes, Portofino, Tahanan Villace, Versailles, and others.
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August 11, 2025
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Ferris and Watkinson cruise to runaway IRONMAN 70.3 victory
AUSTRALIA'S Josh Ferris and New Zealand’s Amelia Watkinson reigned supreme in the 2025 IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu presented by Megaworld after a grueling triathlon race in front of the cheering Cebuanos in Mactan.
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August 11, 2025
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Leading the AI-driven future
Achieving strategic Al maturity allows organizations to become agile entities characterized by seamless decision-making and a relentless pursuit of innovation.
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August 11, 2025
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Mexico wants Adidas to pay up after Mexican-American designer launches Indigenous-inspired shoe
Mexico is looking for footwear giant Adidas to pony up after a Mexican-American designer, Willy Chavarria, working with the firm launched a shoe inspired by a traditional Indigenous sandal, authorities said on Friday.
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August 11, 2025
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Stocks to move sideways as market seeks leads
PHILIPPINE SHARES may continue to move sideways as market seeks leads
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August 11, 2025
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House to continue push to hold VP accountable for fund misuse
LAWMAKERS said on Sunday the House of Representatives will continue to pursue Vice-President (VP) Sara Duterte-Carpio’s accountability over alleged misuse of secret funds, should the Supreme Court uphold its ruling voiding her impeachment.
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August 11, 2025
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French court vetoes return of pesticide in farming law
France's constitutional court blocked the reintroduction of a pesticide accused of harming bees, in the latest twist in a fierce political battle in the European Union's biggest agricultural producer.
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August 11, 2025
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Mercato Centrale partners with Peddlr to provide digital tools to small food businesses
FOOD BUSINESS INCUBATOR Mercato Centrale Group has partnered with tech solutions provider Peddlr Philippines, Inc. to provide digital tools that help small food entrepreneurs streamline operations and scale their businesses.
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August 11, 2025
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SMGP unit eyes P3.2-B expansion of Zamboanga gas plant
SAN MIGUEL GLOBAL Power Holdings Corp. (SMGP) unit Malita Power, Inc. (MPI) plans a P3.2-billion expansion of its gas turbine power plant in Zamboanga City.
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August 11, 2025
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Robinsons Land Q2 profit rises 7% to P3.4 billion
ROBINSONS LAND Corp. (RLC) posted a 7% rise in second-quarter (Q2) attributable net income to P3.4 billion, driven by growth across its portfolio.
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August 11, 2025
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PHL export data to start reflecting tariff impact after 1* half boosted by frontloaded shipments
THE GROWTH in Philippine exports seen in the first half could start slowing down beginning in early August after the 19% US reciprocal tariff took effect, an analyst said.
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August 11, 2025
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Gilas battles host Saudi Arabia for quarterfinal slot
AS soothing as that feelgood 66-57 win over Iraq at the end of group play was, Gilas Pilipinas’ situation in the FIBA Asia Cup in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia remains the same.
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August 11, 2025
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Argentines grill up more beef in first half of 2025, reflecting higher wages
ARGENTINES are once again chowing down on beef, as an economic turnaround has allowed them to fork over more for steaks, a report from the Rosario exchange said on Friday.
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August 11, 2025
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Philippines to host ASEAN+ Individual Chess Championships- Governor Henry Oaminal Cup
FILIPINOS eyeing the Grandmaster (GM) title would get the chance to realize their dream as the country hosts the ASEAN+ Individual Chess Championships-Governor Henry Oaminal Cup slated Nov. 2 to 10 at the Misamis Occidental Resort and Aquamarine Park considered.
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August 11, 2025
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Short-handed Fever record dominant win over Sky
KELSEY MITCHELL had 26 points and eight assists and the host Indiana Fever continued their mastery of the Chicago Sky with a 92-70 victory in a match-up of shorthanded teams Saturday night in Indianapolis.
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August 11, 2025
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Beyond 100% tariffs: From risk to resilient trade
The Executive Order issued on July 31 further modified the US reciprocal tariffs and imposed a more uniform tariff at 19% to 20% for six of the 10 ASEAN countries: the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
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August 11, 2025
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Peso may be range-bound as markets eye Fed
THE PESO could move sideways against the dollar this week as markets await developments regarding the US Federal Reserve’s leadership amid reports that the Trump administration is now searching for a new central bank chief.
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August 11, 2025
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Pest diagnostics startup hoping to expand beyond mango farms
AN AGRICULTURE startup helping diagnose pest problems in mango farms said it is hoping to help farmers of other high-value crops.
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August 11, 2025
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Globe Telecom upbeat on second-half prospects
GLOBE TELECOM, Ine. said it expects better performance in the second half of the year as gross service revenue returns to growth, signaling a more stable footing for the company.
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August 11, 2025
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BSP launches SME credit risk database
THE Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has launched acredit risk database with a web-based scoring system which will allow financial institutions to evaluate small businesses and boost credit access.
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August 11, 2025
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First Gen seeks 15-year extension of supply contract for Sta. Rita gas plant
LOPEZ-LED First Gen Corp. is seeking to extend its power purchase agreement (PPA) with Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) to continue supplying electricity from the 1,100-megawatt (MW) Sta. Rita gas plant in Batangas for up to 15 years.
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August 11, 2025
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Yields on government debt drop after data
YIELDS on government securities (GS) went down last week following the release of the latest Philippine inflation and gross domestic product (GDP) data and strong demand for the retail Treasury bond (RTB) offering.
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August 11, 2025
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Progress in healthcare reforms
In his recent State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. placed healthcare high on the national agenda, outlining a series of new and expanded initiatives aimed at improving access, affordability, and quality of care for all Filipinos. His speech struck a hopeful tone, signaling the administration’s readiness to invest political capital and financial resources in one of the country’s sectors that need most urgent attention.
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August 11, 2025
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Mazda PHL gives rescued dogs and cats hope — and a set of wheels
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August 11, 2025
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Swedish budget furniture retailer IKEA bets on online growth in China with JD.com launch
Swedish budget furniture retailer IKEA opened a digital store on Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com on Friday, as it expands its presence on third-party online shopping sites in China to draw in new customers with cut-price products.
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