WOCEE WIRED is an off-shoot digital implementation of the activities traditionally held in a physical set-up established by WOCEE. It is planned to be a comprehensive virtual space which aims to provide brands, start-up companies, investors, associations and digital practitioners to showcase breakthrough developments, advance learnings and applications in the field of consumer electronics and digital…
The 4th APAC REIT Investment Summit 2020 Wednesday, 28 October 2020 1pm to 5pm CABINET AND C-LEVEL EXECUTIVES CONVENE AT THE 4TH APAC REIT INVESTMENT SUMMIT 2020 AS REIT READIES TO SPUR INVESTMENTS AND BOOST INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMS IN THE PHILIPPINES Aptly themed REIT Now: 20/20 Vision for the Surging Growth of the Philippine Property and Capital Markets, the 4th APAC REIT Investment Summit…
The pandemic and its related economic effects prompted a slowdown in initial public offerings (IPOs) in South-east Asia, as it did globally. However, there are indications that the region is set to see listing activity bounce back in the coming months. The onset of Covid-19 gave rise to a dramatic, worldwide decline in IPOs, with April and May registering a 48% decrease in volume and a 67% drop…
While the pandemic has placed extra strain on the Philippines’ health care system, increased awareness of health risks could lead to a spike in private insurance coverage. With 273,000 recorded cases and 4700 virus-related deaths as of September 16, the Philippines has been the hardest-hit country in South-east Asia–despite the implementationof stringent lockdowns over the…
After enjoying years of exponential growth, South-east Asia’s super apps have been forced to reassess their business models as a result of Covid-19, with many refocusing their priorities as they plan forthe post-pandemic world. In recent years so-called super apps – online or mobile platforms that combine multiple services into one app – have sought to continuously expand their offerings. While…
MAFBEX WIRED will be featuring 4 exciting and informative EVENT HIGHLIGHTS, namely: 1. MAFBEX TALKS.This activity will present topics which will be a good source of information that can serve as a valuable reference and insights to its stakeholders and followers.This activity will be supported by industry experts by presenting relevant topics and trends ranging…
On guiding the economy through a global crisis How do you evaluate the BSP’s ability to help mitigate the economic challenges of the pandemic and facilitate recovery? BENJAMIN DIOKNO: With inflation well within the target range of 2-4% and the policy rate at 2.25%, the BSP continues to have a lot room to utilise monetary tools to address the economic implications of the pandemic. Our latest estimate…
On adapting data and communications services for the post-Covid-19 context In what ways has the pandemic impacted corporate performance and strategy? AL PANLILIO: We have an optimistic view of the second quarter of 2020, as we have seen our revenue continue to increase both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter. On the consumer side, we have witnessed a significant uptake of data services,…
At the start of 2020, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) – potentially the world’s largest free trade deal – seemed on track to be signed by the end of the year. However, the coronavirus pandemic has slowed that process, raising some questions about when the agreement will be formalised. In what would constitute a significant win for multilateralism, the RCEP would bring…
The economic fallout fromthe coronavirus pandemic has had a significant impact on business investment. However, while the volume of investments has plunged worldwide, there are hints that South-east Asia could see newmergers and acquisitions (M&As) in specific sectors. With large sections of the global economy shutting down in recent months and the medium-term outlook still uncertain,…
