Q2 farm output contracted

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer August 10, 2023 PSA: Q2 farm output contracted by 1.3% The substantial decline in fisheries production amid lower demand and higher input costs led to the contraction in the country's farm output in the second quarter, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). By Jordeene B. Lagare What businesses can learn from Volodymyr Zelenskyy Courage and accountability top the list. During the World War II, the heads of several European countries fled in fear of the Nazis.  Winston Churchill stayed in the United Kingdom, as did the Royal Family, inspiring their people to withstand the enemy.  By Queena N. Lee-Chua SM group earnings surge on banking, property strengths The Sy family-led conglomerate SM Investments Corp. said profits in the first semester of 2023 surged 32 percent on bigger contributions from core businesses, led by banking and real estate. The company said net income from January to June reached P36.5 billion versus P27.7 billion during the same period in 2022.  By Miguel R. Camus Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. PROMO ENDS IN BIZ BUZZ SMC vows more help in flood-control efforts After removing over 2 million tons of solid waste and silt from the Pasig, Tullahan and San Juan rivers, all three waterways are flowing more freely again thanks to the P3-billion cleanup drive of San Miguel Corp (SMC). By Daxim L. Lucas INQUIRER PLUS-EXCLUSIVE In terms of stable internet, PH ranks only 7th in Southeast Asia The Philippines lags behind its neighbors in Southeast Asia in terms of internet connection stability, according to the Pulse Internet Resilience Index (IRI). The IRI report produced by Internet Society, a global internet advocacy group, noted the Philippines ranked 7th in the list after scoring 46 percent. By Tyrone Jasper C. Piad Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the digital version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Register for a 30-day trial for free to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, app-exclusive stories, and archives. REGISTER NOW Hi Edward. Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2023 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime