Top 5 Fastest Growing Cities in the Philippines

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PHILIPPINES’ FASTEST GROWING CITIES

Having bagged the title of the Best Country in Business English in the World, the Philippines along with other good reasons is the one of the best places you can invest in Southeast Asia. The Philippines being an archipelago is bestowed with many good sources to start businesses. Aside from the country’s capital, Metro Manila, there are other cities in the Philippines that are worth your investment as they are the top fastest growing city.

1. Davao City.
This city in Region XI has been included in the world’s list of fastest growing city ranking on the 87th spot. It was also been dubbed as the Most Livable City. The city has a secured environment attracting investors to the city. Davao City has implemented various programs that already addressed traffic concerns with the installation of traffic lights, ordinances have also been passed to manage the wastes of the city, and security concerns have been the forefront of the city government making it safe for many investors and tourists. Prime spots within the city are also good sites for starting up some good businesses.

2. Cebu City
Investments and opportunities are flooding in at Cebu because of its strategic location. The city is a good option to start up a business for youngsters who doesn’t want to be jammed up with the crowding and too much business counterparts. It also is proximate to other points of interest like Iloilo, Bohol and Cagayan de Oro. The economy in Cebu City is also booming with the many industries lurking within the city.

3. Taguig
The city has balance of developments and culture. The infrastructures in the city, specifically Bonifacio Global City, are of world-class designs. The policies in the city are strongly implemented.

4. Makati City
Makati City is the Philippines’ business district. It has been long noted for the big buildings and the head offices of many business imperials in the country. The city seemed to be congested with the many buildings being built within the city; however this has been solved with some infrastructure projects.

5. Muntinlupa (Alabang Business District).
Next to Makati City, the second in line business district of the Philippines is Muntinlupa particularly the Alabang Business District. The property values in Alabang are cheaper and present good values. Notable businesses found in this district include the Madrigal Business Park, Ayala Alabang and Filinvest Corporate City.

BARGAIN HUNTING PLACES IN DAVAO

BARGAIN HUNTING PLACES IN DAVAO

Bargain hunting can be an exciting activity here in Davao. You will see in every corner in downtown Davao,a lot of baratillo stores which you will find cheap blouses and other apparels that’ll surely fit in with your budget.


1. DCLA in Uyanguren, Davao City.
When it comes to cheap items, wholesale and retail, DCLA is the first to pop out. This store resembles like that in Divisoria, and is located at the Chinatown of Davao City, - Uyanguren Street. Actually, the little town itself has an array of cheap stores in almost all corners. This store offers dresses and outfits for men, women and children and you may have it in a discounted price, provided that you give them good offers. Other items include bags, wallets, kitchen stuffs among others, just name it, and they have it.

2. Lachmi Mall in San Pedro Street
If DCLA in Uyanguren is not something that is part in your itinerary, another store in Davao – Lachmi Mall is offering the same stuffs and almost same prices in DCLA and more accessible and nearer because it is just within downtown area and near the City Hall of Davao.

3. Felcris in Illustre Street
This store is easy to locate because it is just in close proximity with Gaisano South Citimall and near Davao Doctors Hospital. It is also close to other food establishments and schools like Davao Doctors College. It is one of the oldest stores in Davao City. Outside the store is a array of fresh fruits and vegetables. These vendors usually sell these foods late afternoon. Inside the mini-mall is their grocery department and upstairs are their apparels section. You can find cheap clothings there, some at Php99.00 each.

4. Novo at IllustreStreet
Just in front of Felcris is another baratillo establishment. Their clothes range from Php150.00 to Php200.00. Their maong starts at Php300.00. Other stuffs you can buy here are shoes which start at Php150.00, kitchen utensils, frames, even center tables, chairs and many more all at a cheaper price.

5. Victoria Plaza at Bajada
This mall is one of the oldest malls in Davao City. In its second floor are baratillo stalls of cheap, new and fashionable apparels, shoes and bags for all ages, and you can still bargain with their prices.

6. Unitop at San Pedro Street (City Hall Drive)
Looking for cheap gadgets? Unitop at San Pedro Street is one place you would want to visit. They have cheap apparels, gadgets, appliances and other stuff all under one store.

7. Love Bargain Bazaar in San Pedro Street (City Hall Drive)
Adjacent to Unitop is another appliance center that offers cheap appliances and gadgets.

8. Gaisano South Citimall in Illustre Street
Used to be called JS Gaisano, this mall in Davao City is one of the oldest mall in the city. On its 5th floor are some baratillo stalls and an array of appliance and furniture sale.

Looking for baratillo stores doesn’t have to really search for it. Well, it’s just a matter of budgeting and sorting out what’s needed and what you just want.