Converge earnings slip 9 percent on higher costs
Philippine broadband giant Converge ICT Solutions Inc. reported a nine percent year-on-year drop in net income to P8.09 billion for the nine-month period ending September, primarily due to increased operational costs. Despite slower revenue growth, the company continues to invest in infrastructure and expand its subscriber base.
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