SSS Eyes Global Market as Investments Reach P1.27 Trillion
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SSS Eyes Global Market as Investments Reach P1.27 Trillion

The Philippines' Social Security System (SSS) has achieved P1.27 trillion in consolidated investments in the first half, paving the way for expansion into foreign markets. The state-run pension fund reported an annualized return on investment of 4.53 percent from its domestic assets and plans to diversify into overseas investments.

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