CEO Biggest Mistakes
How an insurance agent became CEO of Philam Life
MANILA, Philippines - He simply "took the plunge." Rex Mendoza, who entered Philam Life as a managerial trainee before coveting an executive position, shocked his peers when he resigned to become an insurance agent.
Apple and Samsung: Frenemies for life
SAN FRANCISCO/SEOUL - It was the late Steve Jobs' worst nightmare. A powerful Asian manufacturer, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd , uses Google Inc's Android software to create smartphones and tablets that closely resemble the iPhone and the iPad.
Why is the Philippine peso so strong?
A Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas official explains what is behind the rising value of the peso against the US dollar.
Which PH bank imposes highest withdrawal fee on other ATMs?
MANILA, Philippines - Some may not be aware there are extra fees when you withdraw money from the automated teller machine (ATM) of other banks.
Are electric cars running out of juice?
Recent moves by Japan's two largest automakers suggest that the electric car, after more than 100 years of development and several brief revivals, still is not ready for prime time - and may never be.
More Filipinos becoming 'money wise' - Citi survey
MANILA, Philippines - A growing number of Filipinos are becoming more money wise, according to a survey conducted by Citi Philippines.
Korean tycoon jailed as gov't gets tough on chaebol
SEOUL (UPDATE) - SK Holdings Co Ltd's Chairman Chey Tae-won was jailed for four years on embezzlement charges, a Seoul court ruled on Thursday, after South Korea's president-elect vowed tougher action against corrupt business leaders.
GM Korea's first female CFO is Filipina
GM Korea has appointed its first female chief financial officer, Minerva Matibag, who will replace Carlos Zarlenga effective Feb. 1.