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Salary and Compensation

How To Apply for a Pag Ibig Multi-Purpose Loan Online (MPL)

Applying for a Pag-IBIG Multi-Purpose Loan (MPL) has never been easier! Gone are the days of standing in long queues and navigating through piles of paperwork. Today, all you have to do is complete all the requirements and apply directly on Pag-IBIG’s official website. This streamlined online process allows you

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Business

Payment to CARS Investors not Prioritized in FY 2026 PH Budget

When President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the 2026 General Appropriations Act (Fiscal Budget), he vetoed more than ₱92.5 billion in unprogrammed appropriations — funds that may be released only when specific conditions are met, such as excess revenues, new revenue sources, or additional borrowings beyond original projections. What Was Included

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Business

The True Cost of Non-Compliance: Why Penalties Are More Expensive Than Professional Fees

Some business owners believe that delaying accounting or compliance support saves money. Monthly retainers, consultation fees, and audit costs can feel like avoidable expenses, especially for start-ups and growing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) managing tight cash flow.  However, this stance often creates a dangerous blind spot. In reality, non-compliance

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Business

SEC’s New Beneficial Ownership Rules Take Effect in 2026

Following the previous push for stronger transparency, the Securities and Exchange Commission has officially released a memorandum for Beneficial Ownership (BO) Rules effective on January 1, 2026. With the issuance of SEC Memorandum Circular No. 15, series of 2025, the Commission has critically made a shift as to how entities

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Tax

2025 Year-End Tax Compliance Checklist for Philippine Businesses

As year-end approaches, Philippine taxpayers must prepare for the upcoming series of mandatory filings and compliance requirements due within the first month of the upcoming year. These submissions are required by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Local Government Units (LGUs).  To help businesses, employers, and professionals stay on

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Tax

Can Cryptocurrencies be Subjected to Taxation?

Nowadays, Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Stablecoins like USDT, are gradually becoming well-known and not just speculative assets anymore in the Philippines, as they have been generating such economic value that even the government aims to regulate them, as the Securities and Exchange Commission have been taking steps to

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Insights

Establishing Accountable AI: Governance Essentials for the Philippines

The Philippines has become one of the largest users of generative Artificial Intelligence(AI) models worldwide. Our country has placed sixth globally, with around 42.4% of Filipino internet users having used ChatGPT in September.  As AI adoption accelerates, government attention has increasingly shifted toward the development of regulatory frameworks to address

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