Gov’t eyes reopening of Subic Int’l airport in Q2 2019 —Tugade

CAPAZ, Tarlac — The Duterte administration is planning to reopen for commercial operations the idle Subic Bay International Airport by the second quarter of 2019, Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade said Wednesday.

"We are now closely looking at making the Subic Airport operational once again. We are in serious talks with the Subic authorities," Tugade said during a press briefing at the site of the National Government Administrative Center here.

"I think, sa tamang panahon, magiging operational po iyan... siguro hindi aabutan ng first or second quarter next year," the Transport chief said.

The Cabinet official said if operations were to resume at the Subic Bay airport, its aviation instruments need to be upgraded first to ensure that aircraft will safely land.

"If you have to look at the infrastructure, walang problema diyan," Tugade said.

Asked for the cost of the Subic airport's rehabilitation, the Transport secretary refused to give estimates.

Tugade said the reopening of the Subic airport will complement the expansion of the Clark International Airport in Pampanga and may help ease air traffic congestion at the country's main gateway Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

In 2010, the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority Administrator had planned to convert the airport as it had been losing money after US logistics firm Federal Express transferred its Asia Pacific deliver hub to Guangzhou, China in 2009.  — MDM, GMA News

Borongan diocese reopens radio station after 13-year closure

Bishop Crispin Varquez leads the relaunching of the DYVW-AM radio station in Borongan City on June 26, 2018. ALREN BERONIO/ESTE NEWS

Thirteen years after it went off the air, the Diocese of Borongan’s radio station will be heard again over the air waves.

Bishop Crispin Varquez led the relaunching of the DYVW-AM station located on Baybay Boulevard in Borongan City on June 26.

With the use of social media and live streaming platforms, the station’s programs will also be broadcasted globally.

“With the use of our radio station and live streaming online, we can bring objective news and information to our people,” Varquez said.

The diocese has re-branded its media facilities as the Voice of the Word Media Network (VWMN) that includes a cable TV channel, an online news service, a local newspaper, a terrestrial AM Radio and an online FM radio which are intended to help, among others, arrest the spread of disinformation and fake news.

“This is a big challenge for us in the Church, how we counter the fake news done by irresponsible people who just want to advance their selfish goals and interests,” said Varquez.

Fr. Neil Tenefrancia, the assistant director of the Diocesan Commission on Mass Media and Social Communications, said “all programs will be on teleradio that can be viewed in the local cable TV, and will be streamed live on Facebook and Youtube.”

In his message, Papal nuncio Archbishop Gabriele Caccia lauded the project, saying that instruments for social communication are “great gifts from God” and should be utilized for the common good.

“The use of these media by the Church ought to be exemplary and reflect the highest models of truthfulness, while being at the same time instruments of hope,” Caccia said.

“I wish you many more years of service to the Gospel and to the truth it proclaims,” he added.

Bishop Mylo Hubert Vergara of Pasig, head of the church’s Episcopal Commission on Social Communications, also hailed the diocese “for responding to the call to proclaim the Good News” through the media.

“A diocese that recognizes social communications as a tool for evangelization in the digital age
is truly commendable,” he said.

The diocesan radio station building and the 180-foot antenna tower that were built in 1991 were totally destroyed by super typhoon Yolanda in 2013.

The reopening of the radio station coincided with the relocation of the dioceses’ various other media initiatives within the old DYVW compound including the editorial office of its Este News Service and newspaper.

AUDIT AND ASSESSMENT OF MRT-3, NEW TRAINS COMPLETED; DOTR TO DISCUSS RESULTS WITH DALIAN

Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Arthur Tugade reported that the Independent Audit and Assessment for the entire MRT-3 system, including the 48 train cars from Dalian, China, has been completed.

In a press briefing at the National Government Administratove Center (NGAC) site in Capas, Tarlac earlier, Secretary Tugade said that the results of the third party audit conducted by TUV Rheinland, a certified certifier, will be further discussed with representatives from Dalian Corp.

"Tapos na po ang audit. The report will be discussed with Dalian at sana ho huwag nating pangunahan. Kapag tapos na ang mga pag-uusap, kakausapin ko kayo on the firm and final position on these trains," Tugade told members of the media.

The safety audit, which started on January 3, 2018, will determine the extent of rehabilitation works that needed to be done on the MRT-3. At the same time, it also looked into the condition of the new Dalian coaches, and whether they are in accordance with the Terms of Reference, among others.

"Is the evaluation showing that the submission is complete and in accordance to the TOR? Answer is no. Is the non-compliance substantive and prejudicial to safety and comfort of passengers? That we will find out during the discussion with Dalian. Abangan ang susunod na kabanata," said Tugade.

In addition, Secretary Tugade said that Japanese company Sumitomo-MHI are expected to return and come on board in the next couple of months as the maintenance provider of MRT-3. This comes after the exchange of Note Verbales in January 2018 between the governments of the Philippines and Japan, and advance discussions with Sumitomo-MHI on the MRT-3 Rehabilitation Project. Signing of a loan agreement is targeted to happen this month, to be immediately followed by the mobilization of Sumitomo as maintenance provider of the MRT-3.

ABS-CBN, GMA hold on to ratings lead

Media giants ABS-CBN Corp. and GMA Network Inc. mainly held on to their respective leads in national and urban television ratings.

On Tuesday, the two companies announced ratings data for June 2018, citing data from different third-party research firms.

ABS-CBN said it had a nationwide ratings lead of 45 percent against GMA’s 32 percent, based on data from Kantar Media.

For its part, GMA said it had a total day people audience share average of 41.6 percent in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM) versus ABS-CBN’s 38.3 percent.

GMA uses data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

Between the two companies, GMA’s has historically highlighted its performance in heavily populated areas, in particular, urban Luzon and mega Manila.

In Urban Luzon, GMA posted an average total day people audience share of 46.4 percent, more than ABS-CBN’s 32.6 percent.

In Mega Manila, it cornered a share of 48.1 percent versus ABS-CBN’s 29.5 percent.

More Kapuso shows also made it to the list of top-rating programs in NUTAM with Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (KMJS) securing its spot as the most watched Kapuso program nationwide.

Joining KMJS were Pepito Manaloto, Kambal, Karibal, 24 Oras, Magpakailanman, The Cure, Inday Will Always Love You, 24 Oras Weekend, and newly-launched program Amazing Earth.

Also included in the list were Lip Sync Battle Philippines, Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko, GMA Blockbusters, Imbestigador, Wowowin, Sunday Pinasaya, Bubble Gang, Saksi, Eat Bulaga, Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, My Guitar Princess, Tadhana, The Stepdaughters and Contessa.

ABS-CBN, meanwhile, sought to underscore its lead in Metro Manila. ABS-CBN said it got an average audience share of 43 percent against GMA’s 29 percent.

It was also ahead in Total Luzon, with 41 percent against GMA’s 36 percent.

ABS-CBN also said that for June 2018, it cornered 54 percent in Total Visayas against GMA’s 24 percent. In Mindanao, it was 53 percent for ABS-CBN against 26 percent for GMA.

ABS-CBN also said it won the ratings war in the prime-time block, saying it got an audience share of 48 percent compared to GMA’s 33 percent.

FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano has been a constant favorite among Filipino viewers for close to three years now.

It proved to be no different this June, as the long-running top drama kept its crown as the most-watched program in the country with an average audience rating of 42.6% for the whole month.

Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids at a distant 33.6%.

All but one show in the top 10 most-watched shows were from ABS-CBN, attesting to its stranglehold on nationwide ratings.

Bagani, Since I Found You, Tonight with Boy Abunda, Bandila, Sana Dalawa ang Puso, Asintado, Araw Gabi, The Blood Sisters, TV Patrol and Maalaala Mo Kaya rounded up the top five.

Also part of the top 10 are Goin’ Bulilit, Home Sweetie Home, Wansapanataym, It’s Showtime (Saturday), Ipaglaban Mo and Rated K.

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ABS-CBN Digital Broadcasts

The Digital SD and HD Version of ABS-CBN, with different schedules from the main ABS-CBN channel, which continued to be broadcast through analog terrestrial, digital satellite and cable.

ABS-CBN, GMA TV ratings war rolls on

RIVAL broadcasters ABS-CBN Corp. and GMA Network Inc. on Tuesday claimed dominance in the ratings war last month, citing different research companies as their sources.

The Lopez-led entertainment and multimedia conglomerate claimed to have posted a higher national-average audience share in June.

Citing data from Kantar Media, ABS-CBN said it recorded a solid 45-percent audience share nationwide, an 13-point lead over GMA’s 32 percent.

ABS-CBN also claimed it fared better against GMA in the prime-time block after it registered a 48-percent audience share, significantly higher than its rival’s 33 percent.

The prime-time block is the most important part of the day when most Filipinos watch TV and advertisers put a larger chunk of their investment in to reach more consumers effectively.

Aside from prime time, ABS-CBN won in other time blocks nationwide that included the morning block with 39 percent versus GMA’s 29 percent; noontime block with 47 percent versus GMA’s 31 percent; and afternoon block with 44 percent, versus GMA’s 36 percent.

The Lopez-led broadcaster also attracted more viewers than GMA in other areas. It won the ratings game in Total Luzon with an average total-day audience share of 41 percent versus GMA’s 36 percent; in Total Visayas with 54 percent versus GMA’s 24 percent; in Total Mindanao with 53 percent versus GMA’s 26 percent; and Metro Manila with 43 percent versus GMA’s 29 percent.

ABS-CBN said its most popular show remained FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano with an average national TV rating of 42.6%.

Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids at a distant 33.6%.

All but one show in the top 10 most-watched shows were from ABS-CBN, attesting to its stranglehold on nationwide ratings.

Bagani, TV Patrol and Maalaala Mo Kaya rounded up the top five.

Also included in the list were Home Sweetie Home, Wansapanatym, It’s Showtime (Saturday), Rated K, I Can See Your Voice, Gandang Gabi Vice, Sana Dalawa ang Puso, Asintado, Araw Gabi, The Blood Sisters, Since I Found You, Tonight with Boy Abunda and Bandila.

These claims were disputed by GMA, however, which cited data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

It claimed to have dominated in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM) with a 41.6-percent average household audience share, ahead of ABS-CBN’s 38.3 percent.

GMA, likewise, continued to dominate NUTAM’s morning block with a people-audience share of 37.2 percent beating ABS-CBN’s 37 percent, and the afternoon block with 42.9 percent as against ABS-CBN’s 38.6 percent.

The Gozon-led network also claimed to have furthered its leadership position in Urban Luzon, which accounts for 77 percent of all urban households in the country.

In Urban Luzon GMA won across all-day parts and registered an average household share of 46.4 percent, while ABS-CBN posted only 32.6 percent.

In Mega Manila GMA registered an average audience share of 48.1 percent, way ahead of ABS-CBN’s 29.5 percent.

GMA said its highest-rating show was Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (KMJS), but did not specify its rating.

Joining KMJS were Pepito Manaloto, Kambal, Karibal, 24 Oras, Magpakailanman, The Cure, Inday Will Always Love You, 24 Oras Weekend, and newly-launched program Amazing Earth.

Also included in the list were Lip Sync Battle Philippines, Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko, GMA Blockbusters, Imbestigador, Wowowin, Sunday Pinasaya, Bubble Gang, Saksi, Eat Bulaga, Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, My Guitar Princess, Tadhana, The Stepdaughters and Contessa.

ABS-CBN sources its data from Kantar Media, which uses a nationwide panel size of 2,610 urban and rural homes that represent 100 percent of the total Philippine TV viewing population.

GMA bases its claims to leadership from Nielsen data, which has a nationwide sample size of 3,500 urban and rural homes.

https://businessmirror.com.ph/abs-cbn-gma-tv-ratings-war-rolls-on/

GMA, ABS-CBN claim June TV ratings leadership

THE country’s two network giants continued to contest ratings dominance for June, with GMA Network Inc. claiming leadership among urban audiences and ABS-CBN claiming top ratings nationwide.

Based on market research firm Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, GMA was unbeatable in National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM) last month, recording 41.6 percent total day people audience share, versus the competitor’s 38.6 percent.

ABS-CBN, on the other hand, cited data from Kantar Media showing that it obtained 45 percent average audience share nationwide in June, 7 percent higher than GMA’s 32 percent.

The Kapamilya network said it remains the leader in the primetime block, noting it gained a 15-point lead against its rival, garnering 48 percent compared to GMA’s 33 percent.

FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano has been a constant favorite among Filipino viewers for close to three years now.

It proved to be no different this June, as the long-running top drama kept its crown as the most-watched program in the country with an average audience rating of 42.6% for the whole month.

Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids at a distant 33.6%.

All but one show in the top 10 most-watched shows were from ABS-CBN, attesting to its stranglehold on nationwide ratings.

Bagani, TV Patrol and Maalaala Mo Kaya rounded up the top five.

Also included in the list were Home Sweetie Home, Goin’ Bulilit, Wansapanatym, It’s Showtime (Saturday), Rated K, I Can See Your Voice, Gandang Gabi Vice, Sana Dalawa ang Puso, Asintado, Araw Gabi, The Blood Sisters, Since I Found You, Tonight with Boy Abunda and Bandila.


In Metro Manila, ABS-CBN said it had an audience share of 43 percent while GMA only recorded 29 percent; in Total Luzon it posted 41 percent against 36 percent of the competitor; in Total Visayas ABS-CBN secured 54 percent versus GMA’s 24 percent; and in Total Mindanao it got 53 percent against GMA’s 26 percent.

The Gozon-led GMA, meanwhile, said it “led across all day parts in NUTAM,” posting 42.6 percent in the evening block, 3.3 percent higher than ABS-CBN’s 38.3 percent.

GMA said it emerged as the winner in Urban Luzon and Mega Manila.

In Urban Luzon it said it recorded 46.4 percent audience share, ahead of the rival’s 32.6 percent. It garnered 48.1 percent in Mega Manila, a whopping 18.6-percent lead against ABS-CBN’s 29.5 percent.

GMA said its highest-rating show was Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (KMJS), but did not specify its rating.

Joining KMJS were Pepito Manaloto, Kambal, Karibal, 24 Oras, Magpakailanman, The Cure, Inday Will Always Love You, 24 Oras Weekend, and newly-launched program Amazing Earth.

Also included in the list were Lip Sync Battle Philippines, Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko, GMA Blockbusters, Imbestigador, Wowowin, Sunday Pinasaya, Bubble Gang, Eat Bulaga, Tadhana, and Contessa.

Further, GMA’s flagship AM radio station Super Radyo DZBB was also hailed as the listeners’ number one choice in Mega Manila proving GMA’s dominance both in TV and radio.


Based on the most recent data from Nielsen Radio Audience Measurement. June ratings data show DZBB posting a total week average audience share of 39.6 percent, winning over DZMM’s 30.5 percent and DZRH’s 12.7 percent.


From Monday to Friday, DZBB’s ratings dominance was driven by its topnotch delivery of news and fearless commentaries through Saksi sa Dobol B anchored by Mike Enriquez; Sino? with Mike, Arnold Clavio, and Ali Sotto; Super Balita sa Umaga Nationwide with Mike and Joel Reyes Zobel; and Dobol B Balitang-Balita anchored by Melo del Prado.


Meanwhile, DZBB also kept listeners tuned to its weekend line-up through its public service program MMDA sa GMA hosted by Orly Trinidad in partnership with MMDA; Super Balita sa Umaga Saturday and Sunday Edition with Sam Nielsen and Cecil Villarosa; Super Radyo Nationwide with Francis Flores, Buena Manong Balita presented by Rowena Salvacion, Boses ng Balita with Benjie Alejandro, I M Ready sa Dobol B with Nathaniel Cruz and Ladies Room with Norilyn Temblor and Tootie.

Radio GMA’s flagship FM station Barangay LS 97.1 was hailed as the number one choice of listeners in Mega Manila according to the latest survey of Nielsen Radio Audience Measurement.


Barangay LS captivated the hearts of more listeners in Mega Manila for the month of June with an average audience share of 29.5 percent, which was driven by its variety of programs and wacky bunch of DJs.

Meanwhile, viewers can now enjoy a more colorful, more vibrant, and clearer viewing experience as GMA Network’s digital TV signal now covers all parts of Metro Manila as well as nearby provinces of Cavite, Laguna, Rizal, Bulacan, Bataan, Nueva Ecija, and Pampanga. GMA-7 and GMA News TV’s digital broadcast can be accessed by simply rescanning the channels through their digital TV boxes.


Their sub-channels are available soon: Dobol B sa TV (News and Information), KiliTV (Airing reruns of GMA comedy shows or acquired (like John En Marsha, Iskol Bukol, etc.), airing originals and stand-ups), GMABest (reruns of GMA classics from 80s to 2010s), HOAtv (featuring asian drama shows, movies, reruns and acquired), GMAPlay (A dedicated channel for Kids and Teens; reruns of anime and cartoons), KMF (Kapuso Movie Festival) and QTV (All about lifestyle and women channel). QTV is also under CityNet Marketing and Productions, Inc.

On Tuesday, shares of GMA Network slipped one centavo to P5.39 each while ABS-CBN shares fell 20 centavos to P24.80 apiece.

http://www.manilatimes.net/gma-abs-cbn-claim-june-tv-ratings-leadership/415825/

GMA Network posts wider ratings lead in June

Media giant GMA Network increased its nationwide ratings lead in June after tallying strong ratings performance across all timeblocks based on the latest data from the industry’s widely-trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

From June 1 to 30 (with June 24 to 30 based on overnight data), GMA posted a total day people audience share average of 41.6 percent in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM), which was ahead of ABS-CBN's 38.3 percent.

Further, the Network led across all day parts in NUTAM. In the morning block, GMA recorded a 37.2 percent people audience share versus ABS-CBN’s 37 percent.

GMA’s strong showing continued in the afternoon block with 42.9 percent, beating competition’s 38.6 percent.

In the evening block, GMA posted an average of 42.6 percent while its rival network only managed to get 38.6 percent.

The Kapuso Network likewise ruled across all day parts in the viewer-rich areas of Urban Luzon and Mega Manila, which respectively account for 72 and 59 percent of all urban viewers in the country.

In Urban Luzon, GMA registered an average total day people audience share of 46.4 percent; way ahead of ABS-CBN’s 32.6 percent.

Similarly in Mega Manila (with official data from June 1 to 23), GMA again dominated competition with an average total day people audience share of48.1 percent versus rival network’s 29.5 percent.

More Kapuso shows also made it to the list of top-rating programs in NUTAM with Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (KMJS) securing its spot as the most watched Kapuso program nationwide.

Joining KMJS were Pepito Manaloto, Kambal, Karibal, 24 Oras, Magpakailanman, The Cure, Inday Will Always Love You, 24 Oras Weekend, and newly-launched program Amazing Earth.

Also included in the list were Lip Sync Battle Philippines, Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko, GMA Blockbusters, Imbestigador, Wowowin, Sunday Pinasaya, Bubble Gang, Eat Bulaga, Tadhana, and Contessa.

Kapuso programs also dominated the Urban Luzon and Mega Manila lists, respectively taking 23 and 25 spots out of the top 30.

Nielsen data is gathered through a greater number of sampled homes nationwide in comparison to Kantar Media. With approximately 900 more homes surveyed in Total Urban and Rural Philippines compared to Kantar, Nielsen data is statistically considered more representative of the total TV population.

In 2017, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement increased its client pool to a total of 41 clients/subscribers consisting of 12 local TV networks including TV5, Aksyon TV, CNN Philippines, Net 25, Solar Entertainment Corporation, Viva Communications Inc., among others; 5 regional clients; 2 blocktimers; 21 agencies (18 media agencies, 2 consulting agencies, 1 digital agency); and 1 advertiser.

'Ang Probinsyano' helps ABS-CBN retain ratings crown in June

Coco Martin and Yassi Pressman in an episode of 'Ang Probinsyano.' The show is now focusing again on their love story, and how Cardo (Martin) is trying to win back his wife. Dreamscape

Coco Martin's "Ang Probinsyano" has been a constant favorite among Filipino viewers for close to three years now.

It proved to be no different this June, as the long-running cop drama kept its crown as the most-watched program in the country with an average audience rating of 42.6% for the whole month.

This is according to Kantar Media, which pinned the second top-rated show for the month, "Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids," also aired on ABS-CBN, at a distant 33.6%.

The two fan-favorite programs helped the Kapamilya network maintain its dominance over its rival, garnering 45% of the total TV viewing population while GMA-7 only had 32%.

All but one show in the top 10 most-watched shows were from ABS-CBN, attesting to its stranglehold on nationwide ratings.

"Bagani," "TV Patrol," and "Maalaala Mo Kaya" rounded up the top five.

Here's the top 10 most-watched shows for June, according to Kantar Media

ABS-CBN, GMA both claim ratings lead in June

ABS-CBN Corp. and GMA Network, Inc. both claimed to dominate nationwide ratings during the month of June, citing data from two different TV ratings data providers.

In a statement on Tuesday, ABS-CBN said data from audience measurement provider Kantar Media showed it captured 45% of the average audience share nationwide, while rival GMA had a 32% share.

“ABS-CBN also remained undisputed in Metro Manila, where it scored an average audience share of 43% against GMA’s 29% and beat other networks in Total Luzon, where it got 41% against GMA’s 36%, in Total Visayas where it garnered 54% against GMA’s 24%, and in Total Mindanao where it hit 53% against GMA’s 26%,” the Lopez-led media company said.

Kantar Media uses a nationwide panel size of 2,610 urban and rural homes, which it says represent 100% of the total Philippine TV viewing population.

On the other hand, GMA said it recorded a total day people audience share average of 41.6% in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM) in June, citing data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement. It said ABS-CBN’s audience share stood at 38.3%.

“In Urban Luzon, GMA registered an average total day people audience share of 46.4%; way ahead of ABS-CBN’s 32.6%. Similarly in Mega Manila (with official data from June 1 to 23), GMA again dominated competition with an average total day people audience share of 48.1% versus GMA’s 29.5%,” the company said.

GMA said Nielsen surveys “approximately 900 more homes” in Total Urban and Rural Philippines compared to Kantar.

ABS-CBN said its most popular show remained FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano with an average national TV rating of 42.6%.

Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids at a distant 33.6%.

All but one show in the top 10 most-watched shows were from ABS-CBN, attesting to its stranglehold on nationwide ratings.

Bagani, Since I Found You, Tonight with Boy Abunda, Bandila, Sana Dalawa ang Puso, Asintado, Araw Gabi, The Blood Sisters, TV Patrol and Maalaala Mo Kaya rounded up the top five.

Also included in the list were Goin’ Bulilit, Home Sweetie Home, Wansapanatym, It’s Showtime (Saturday), Ipaglaban Mo and Rated K.

GMA said its highest-rating show was Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (KMJS), but did not specify its rating.

Joining KMJS were Pepito Manaloto, Kambal, Karibal, 24 Oras, Magpakailanman, The Cure, Inday Will Always Love You, 24 Oras Weekend, and newly-launched program Amazing Earth.

Also included in the list were Lip Sync Battle Philippines, Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko, GMA Blockbusters, Wish Ko Lang, Imbestigador, Wowowin, Sunday Pinasaya, Bubble Gang, Saksi, Eat Bulaga, Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, My Guitar Princess, Tadhana, The Stepdaughters and Contessa.


Kapuso programs also dominated the Urban Luzon and Mega Manila lists, respectively taking 23 and 25 spots out of the top 30.

The Lopez-led network said its digital terrestrial television (DTT) business continues to gain ground, as it sold 5 million digital boxes nationwide as of May.

ABS-CBN saw an increase in its attributable net income by 7% during the first quarter at P452.53 million despite a decline in advertising revenues due to lower gross expenses.

On the other hand, GMA reported a 49% fall in its net income at P426.3 million due to lower revenues from advertising. — D.A. Valdez