In the last decade, the phrase “inclusive growth” has emerged as an axiom among government policy makers in the Philippines

The level of interconnection in today’s digital ecosystem has created tremendous opportunities for organizations to work together by extending

All of us are under threat. Because of human activity, our planet is now out of balance. Earth’s vital signs are worsening

One of the greatest business disruptors in recent years has arguably been the rise and exponential growth of the “sharing economy.”

After some 34 years in SGV, I will be retiring from the firm in five days. Many thoughts crowd in my head — my mentors through the years

In the last few years, the global banking industry has been dominated by significant uncertainty, and the year ahead

On Nov. 15, 2016, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 127-2016, which lifted the

In 1997, the International Accounting Standards Board’s predecessor first set up a steering committee to carry out initial

Organizations measure success in quantifiable terms, such as revenue, margins, production volumes, brand, reputation, and more importantly, longevity.

IFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, the highly anticipated revenue standard issued by the International Accounting

International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) 9 Financial Instruments is the new accounting standard that will eventually replace

Just last week, I was invited to talk of the role of millennials in the work force at a convention in Davao City.

Hybrid mismatch arrangements are the focus of the 2-part Action Plan 2 of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD’s) Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) initiative.

As the business environment for financial institutions grows increasingly more complex and challenging, more and more banks are rethinking their risk management systems

In our previous columns, we tackled some of the recommendations from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on how to address the issue of Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS)

In last week’s column, we started our discussion on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Action Plan 10, which seeks to align transfer pricing outcomes to value creation by providing protection to

THOSE with their ears to the ground may have got the sense that 2015 holds promise, while also realizing that extracting that potential will not be straightforward.

IN A WORLD fueled by rapid-fire innovation and technological evolution, progressive Chief Information Officers (CIO) are seeing more opportunities

IN TAX, the latest global buzzword is “BEPS” or base erosion and profit shifting. BEPS refers to the practice of multinational corporations (MNCs)

IN DAYS when Makati was still a 9-to-5 city, taxis knew their best chance at a late-night passenger would be outside the SGV & Co.

MORE than a month after the phenomenal damage wrought by super typhoon Yolanda, relief efforts continue for the thousands upon thousands of survivors who lost their homes and livelihoods.

WITH the entry into force of regional Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), importers have a window of opportunity to reduce costs by availing themselves of preferential customs duty rates.

IN LAST week’s article, we talked about the taxability of donations given the recent outpouring of compassionate aid

SUPER typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) wrought unimaginable devastation in the Visayas and sparked a massive international relief

Although Typhoon Pablo brought unexpectedly sweeping devastation to some provinces in Mindanao – dampening

Globally, the hospitality industry has been showing significant recovery and growth, with better performance indicators

There are two versions of a bill currently pending in Congress that seek to change the system of investment incentives

In May 2011, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued International Financial Reporting Standards

It is the day after Christmas and I am sure that you received some presents and likewise gave out gifts to your family and friends.

The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) recently issued three new standards: IFRS 10 Consolidated Financial Statements, IFRS 11 Joint Arrangements, and IFRS 12 Disclosure of Interests in Other Entities.

Stiff, cut-throat competition in the global market and intense rivalry prompt companies to devise creative marketing strategies to keep ahead of competition.

An organization’s fundamental functions often pivot around the capabilities and boundaries of IT. But for some reason, the use of cloud, social media and personal devices in the enterprise has caught most IT organizations unprepared.