PH delivered 5.4% economic growth in Q1

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View in browser   |   Download our app May 9, 2025 ECONOMY PH delivered 5.4% economic growth in Q1 Economic growth missed market expectations in the first quarter as the specter of global trade war bruised business confidence ahead of a key midterm vote that could reshape domestic policies amid global uncertainties. By Ian Nicolas P. Cigaral SALES MPIC income up 36% on brisk sales Higher gains from its power and water businesses offset declines in the toll road unit of conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) in the first quarter, with its net income surging by 36 percent to P11.5 billion. By Meg J. Adonis MARKETING PULSE Marketing Mother's Day Samie Lim is the man who brought the celebration of Mother's Day to the Philippines. He chairs several companies, including Francorp Philippines, Blim's Fine Furniture, the Canadian Tourism and Hospitality Institute of the Philippines and Automatic Center. By Josiah Go Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. BIZ BUZZ Ayala Land in talks to take over New World hotel Real estate watchers have been buzzing about what may be the next big takeover in the sector, with the Zobel family emerging as the star of the show. By Meg J. Adonis STOCK MARKET PSEi ebbs on sub-forecast GDP growth The slower-than-expected growth of the Philippine economy in the first quarter dampened investor sentiment on Thursday, with the local bourse erasing its recent gains. By Meg J. Adonis Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the Philippine Daily Inquirer's premium subscription service. Register for a free 30-day trial to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, exclusive stories and more. REGISTER NOW Hi Edward. Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2025 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay La Paz, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime