Philippines: Business Registrations Dip 7% in September Amid Weather Disruptions and Slower Growth
Business name registrations in the Philippines fell by seven percent in September year-on-year, with the Department of Trade and Industry citing weather disruptions and slower economic growth, partly influenced by the Middle East conflict, as contributing factors.
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