Fintechs to drive growth in credit card issuance
PJCOMP-FREEPIKCREDIT CARD ISSUANCES could grow faster this year, driven by heightened competition among financial technology (fintech) players, the Credit Card Association of the Philippines (CCAP) said. “[Credit card issuance growth will] probably go faster because there’s more competition coming in. Fintechs
Next buys Russell & Bromley out of administration as 33 shops face uncertainty
Next has bought the upmarket shoe and accessories brand Russell & Bromley out of administration in a £2.5 million deal, but the majority of the chain’s shops and hundreds of jobs remain at risk.The high street fashion group has acquired
MPs warn UK–India trade deal tariff gains at risk from cuts to export support staff
Billions of pounds in potential tariff savings from the UK’s landmark trade deal with India could be put at risk unless the Government rethinks plans to cut export support staff, MPs have warned, raising concerns that British businesses may struggle
Steven Bartlett faces celebrity backlash over Diary of a CEO podcast comments
Steven Bartlett, the millionaire entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den investor, is facing mounting criticism from celebrities and content creators after comments made on his podcast, Diary Of A CEO, sparked accusations that he is amplifying misogynistic narratives under the guise of
Over a fifth of UK SMEs say trade tariff war remains their biggest challenge
More than one in five UK small and medium-sized enterprises say international trade tariff disputes remain the single biggest challenge facing their business, as global tensions continue to drive up costs and disrupt supply chains.New research from Paragon Bank, based
Fatty liver set to emerge as top cause of liver cirrhosis, says expert
PHOTO BY BERNARD HERMANTUnaddressed fatty liver is seen to be the top emerging cause of liver cirrhosis worldwide, including the Philippines, in the next few decades, urging Filipinos to maintain a healthy lifestyle, according to a health expert on Wednesday. As
DoT targets more than 6.4 million tourist arrivals by 2026
Tourism Secretary Esperanza Christina G. Frasco during the ceremonial awarding of Robinsons Hotels and Resorts as DoT-recognized Muslim-friendly accommodation establishments. – ALMIRA MARTINEZThe Department of Tourism (DoT) said on Tuesday that it aims to achieve more than 6.4 million tourist
Alex Eala treated as rockstar in foiled AO main draw debut
ALEX EALA — AUSTRALIAN OPEN/INSTAGRAM.COM/ALEX.EALATHERE is no way to go but up. Grateful and all, the youthful Alexandra “Alex” Eala vows a stronger showing next time after early exits in both the singles and doubles tournaments of her main draw debut
Choco Mucho seen as PVL early favorite with Laure, return of Rondina
CHOCO MUCHO FLYING TITANS — FACEBOOK.COM/PREMIERVOLLEYBALLLEAGUEGames on Jan. 31(FilOil EcoOil Arena)4 p.m. – Galeries Tower vs Cignal6:30 p.m. – Akari vs Choco Mucho THE ARRIVAL of Eya Laure, the biggest off-season acquisition of the year, and the eagerly anticipated return of
UK inflation rises to 3.4%, first increase in five months
UK inflation rose for the first time in five months over the Christmas period, driven by higher tobacco prices following tax rises announced by the chancellor and a sharp increase in airfares, according to official figures.Data published on Wednesday by