Rappler's latest stories on small and medium enterprises
Webinar: How to make financial rehabilitation work for business owners
The webinar is happening on Thursday, May 28
Ayala launches pandemic recovery program for 250,000 SMEs
The Ayala Enterprise Circle gives small businesses access to the Ayala group's offerings, mentorship from industry leaders, online dialogues and classes, as well as co-marketing opportunities
Going into agriculture? DA has P2.5B in loans for MSMEs, returning OFWs
The Department of Agriculture says the loans are zero interest, with technical assistance from the government
Over half of MSMEs stopped operations due to coronavirus lockdown
Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez says almost 53% or about 525,000 out of the total 998,342 MSMEs in the country bear the brunt of the coronavirus pandemic
Need help protecting your business during the pandemic? Project Lifeline is here
Project Lifeline is an online helpline which aims to provide pro bono solutions for micro, small, and medium enterprises
Digital transformation for SMEs pushed
‘This must be done, or else a company will be left behind,’ says Institute of Corporate Directors president Alfredo Pascual
Grab supports local merchants through #GrabNakakaLOKAL Festival
The festival will run until the end of August
German-PH commerce group wants German firms to join infra projects
The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry also wants more German small and medium enterprises to foray into the Philippine market
Senate OKs bill on small businesses' better access to financing
The proposed Personal Property Security Act seeks to expand the list of assets acceptable to banks as collateral, among others
MSMEs must benefit from free trade, Robredo tells ASEAN businessmen
Vice President Leni Robredo says technology is a 'wild card' that both rich and poor countries must learn to decode to help small-scale entrepreneurs
Duterte to pour 'billions of pesos' into funding for MSMEs
'Maybe P50 billion each is okay?' the Philippine president asks before an audience of diplomats and businessmen from all over Southeast Asia
YEBC 2017: PH youth urged to go into business
We focus on entrepreneurship because we need to in order to develop our country Senator Bam Aquino tells students at the Youth Entrepreneurship Boot Camp
Create your success with a millennial mindset
Younger, dynamic, tech-savvy entrepreneurs are changing the SME landscape. Here's what you can learn from them
5 tips to future-proof your business
You can’t predict what the landscape will be like in 3 years but you can prepare for the unexpected
CONVERSATION: Money matters that are #WorthIt
Finances are an important part of life What do they mean to you? Join our conversation on Tuesday January 10 from 10 am onwards
Quiz: Do you have what it takes to grow your business?
These days a great idea and lots of passion are all you need to start a business But will you have the means to achieve success? Find out in this short test
Starting 2017 right: Advice for SMEs on running a local business
What does it take to succeed as an entrepreneur? We get answers from 3 local business owners during a recent roundtable Read the highlights here
Turning tech savvy to business savvy
Here’s the story behind Neon Island: a weekend hobby that turned into a successful retail business for two 20 somethings
Infographic: how tech gives SMEs the competitive advantage
If you want your business to thrive you must pair your passion with the right digital tools
Conversation: Why become an entrepreneur?
What makes owning a business such an enticing career choice today? Join the Twitter conversation on October 25 from 4 pm onwards and get a chance to win prizes
What entrepreneurs can learn from the millennial attitude
The entrepreneurial generation can offer a tip or two on how to run your business
Duterte: 'PH is open for business'
President Rodrigo Duterte recounts telling businessmen in Laos that his administration will do its part in providing the enabling environment for businesses to thrive and prosper
Loans for MSMEs rise to P459.48 billion in Q1 2016
Despite the increase total loans for MSMEs still fall slightly short of the 10 target set by the government
Poe: Aquino's economic vision 'not as clear as it should've been'
Even if we ve made economic gains and strides in this particular administration people continue to be disillusioned because they don t feel it yet the presidential candidate says
Malaysian investors told: Keep investing in PH beyond elections
The finance chief says the Philippines is in the right place at the right time with its favorable demographics and integration with ASEAN neighbors
How will Philippine MSMEs fare in 2016?
The conditions to grow are already in place but it is up to micro small and medium enterprises to seize the opportunities
New trade chief Cristobal: DTI will work 'beyond administrations'
For newly appointed Trade Secretary Adrian Cristobal Jr too little time is not a reason for the agency to just coast along
What you need to know about your business
Globe is taking myBusiness Day to Davao to inspire local SMEs of every region
N. Mindanao MSMEs should get halal certification – DTI
Region 10 or Northern Mindanao has the third highest production volume for poultry in the country and is the only one outside Luzon
Globe launches online bazaar DigiMall for MSMEs
Globe says the only way for micro small and medium enterprises to compete is through digitization
Key lessons from APEC 2015
It s learning about inclusive growth and ensuring it benefits the majority
Josette Sheeran on the 'APEC divide' from both extremes
UPDATED The former head of the World Food Programme and vice chairman of the World Economic Forum provides an insight into the relevance of high level summits like APEC
IMF to APEC leaders: Trade growth a disappointment
The International Monetary Fund says the solution is to help small businesses enter global markets
APEC leaders: Intensify efforts for MSMEs, embrace digital economy
APEC leaders reiterate actions laid out in the Boracay Action Agenda to globalize MSMEs and report progress by 2020
IN PHOTOS: MSMEs showcased at APEC's Int'l Media Center
Philippine based micro small and medium enterprises feature culture history versatility in their craftsmanship
Is Trans-Pacific Partnership friendly to small businesses?
New Zealand and Hong Kong s leaders also weigh in on a trade deal for the region while China pushes for the FTAAP
Lessons that help startups thrive
UPDATED At the APEC SME Summit 2015 business leaders share lessons and ideas on the factors that can help small and medium enterprises thrive
APEC SME Summit 2015: Lessons from Xurpas, Rappler
Even with limited resources online startups can be successful with the right people and a creative approach to solving problems
Asia-Pacific to grow at slowest rate in 2015
The Pacific Economic Cooperation Council urges APEC leaders to focus their discussions on ways to ensure that more people are part of the region s growth
Because entrepreneurs need access to capital
We can hope that more Filipino entrepreneurs will get the financing they need to grow successful businesses generate more jobs and spread wealth and opportunities throughout the Philippines
Making region MSME-friendly could be APEC 2015's success
Before pushing for a MSME friendly region some economists say the Philippines should first resolve its own policy gaps and conflicts that disempower microentrepreneurs
Aquino: PH is an easy brand to sell
But corruption and impunity make the task a challenge says the salesman in chief of the Philippines
Philippines formalizes push for MSMEs adoption by WTO
The Senate also approves the bill seeking to provide micro small and medium entrepreneurs more access to micro financing
DTI: Growth not inclusive without MSMEs
APEC ministers are setting policy to support the integration of micro small and medium enterprises in international markets and global value chains
Bring SMEs to the global arena – UN-ITU chief
International Telecommunication Union Secretary General Houlin Zhao says information and communications technology can help make micro small and medium enterprises more prominent in the world stage
Women are prime movers of inclusive growth – APEC leaders
They also push for addressing gender disparities in women s labor force participation and strengthening their role in growing MSMEs
Philippines to complete 100 Go Negosyo centers in September
The centers are seen to help micro small and medium scale entrepreneurs with business registration financing and market promotion
DTI chief makes final push for MSMEs initiatives
Gregory Domingo also confirms he will stay as DTI chief at least until after the country s hosting of the APEC Leaders’ Summit in November
5 ways to #BeTheBoss
Entrepreneurs behind today s thriving SMEs share lessons on how you can grow your own business
Helping SMEs get financing key for Asia's continued growth – ADB
Lending to SMEs has declined over the course of the global financial crises of 2008 and 2014 the Asian Development Bank says
