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Philippine manufacturing output registered a faster growth rate in June from the previous month, driven by higher production of petroleum products and food items, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.

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The Philippine manufacturing sector expanded at its fastest pace in five months in July amid stronger demand.

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Renewable energy continued to dominate investment approvals, while proposed auto incentives may support local production.

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Electronics, petroleum and basic metals kept factory activity expanding despite weakness in chemicals, transport equipment and food.

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Manufacturing returned to expansion, but elevated input costs and weak exports continue to weigh on the sector.

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The country’s manufacturing activity returned to expansion mode in May, supported by improved demand and higher output.

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SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp. has secured a loan from Taiwan-based Cathay United Bank amounting to P1.25 billion for the firm’s green steel production and other initiatives.

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Philippine manufacturing activity slipped into negative territory in April due to weak demand and higher costs stemming from the Middle East conflict.

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SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp. has tapped Buskowitz Energy for a rooftop solar project in Cebu.

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We keep missing the boat in attracting enough foreign manufacturing investments.

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Philippine manufacturing output registered a faster growth rate in June from the previous month, driven by higher production of petroleum products and food items, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.

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The Philippine manufacturing sector expanded at its fastest pace in five months in July amid stronger demand.

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Renewable energy continued to dominate investment approvals, while proposed auto incentives may support local production.

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Electronics, petroleum and basic metals kept factory activity expanding despite weakness in chemicals, transport equipment and food.

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Manufacturing returned to expansion, but elevated input costs and weak exports continue to weigh on the sector.

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The country’s manufacturing activity returned to expansion mode in May, supported by improved demand and higher output.

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SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp. has secured a loan from Taiwan-based Cathay United Bank amounting to P1.25 billion for the firm’s green steel production and other initiatives.

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Philippine manufacturing activity slipped into negative territory in April due to weak demand and higher costs stemming from the Middle East conflict.

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SteelAsia Manufacturing Corp. has tapped Buskowitz Energy for a rooftop solar project in Cebu.

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We keep missing the boat in attracting enough foreign manufacturing investments.

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