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Economy

GDP Update: Working through a slowing economy

The Philippine economy grew by 2.3% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, nearing levels last seen during the global financial crisis.

August 7, 2026

by Metrobank Research

Inflation Update: Risks linger amid signs of relief

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Inflation Update: Risks linger amid signs of relief

Philippine headline inflation eased in July, although knock on effects of high oil prices on other goods persist

August 5, 2026

by Metrobank Research

Economy

GDP Preview: Subdued growth extends

Geopolitics affecting global and domestic sentiment likely weighed on Philippine economic growth in the second quarter of 2026.

August 3, 2026

by Marian Monette Florendo Obias, Sophia Bonifacio

Economy

Decoding the impact of new US tariffs on the Philippines

A closer look on fresh US tariffs reveals a less disruptive impact on the Philippines.

July 31, 2026

by Sophia Bonifacio

Economy

Inflation Preview: No reprieve in prices

Recurring geopolitical troubles in the Middle East triggered volatility in the global crude market, affecting domestic commodity prices.

July 31, 2026

by Maria Kaila Balite , Joaquim Pantanosas , Rans Sulay

Economy

SONA 2026: Near-term relief with some trade-offs

What can Filipinos expect after the president’s most recent State of the Nation Address?

July 31, 2026

by Joaquim Pantanosas 

Economy

Trade Update: Riding on the AI wave

The Philippines’ trade deficit narrowed month-on-month, driven by strong exports lifted by the surging global demand for technology products

July 30, 2026

by Metrobank Research

Economy

Fed Update: Divided committee kept rates steady

The Fed remains committed to its dual mandate but shifted its focus to achieving the 2.0% inflation target.

July 30, 2026

by Metrobank Research

Economy

Pressure to recovery: Mapping the Philippine peso outlook

The peso may continue to face pressure through the year, though a turning point may be seen in 2027.

July 30, 2026

by Sophia Bonifacio

Articles about “economy”

Results (240)

GDP Update: Working through a slowing economy

Inflation Update: Risks linger amid signs of relief

GDP Preview: Subdued growth extends

Decoding the impact of new US tariffs on the Philippines

Inflation Preview: No reprieve in prices

SONA 2026: Near-term relief with some trade-offs

Trade Update: Riding on the AI wave

Fed Update: Divided committee kept rates steady

Pressure to recovery: Mapping the Philippine peso outlook

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