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Inflation Update: Faster headline and core figures

Economy

Inflation Update: Faster headline and core figures

 Philippine headline inflation quickened in September 2026, driven by elevated food, energy and rental prices.   

October 6, 2026

by Metrobank Research

Philippine consumers would rather save than spend

Economy

Philippine consumers would rather save than spend

In the central bank's latest survey, Philippine households remain mindful of persistent economic pressures and uncertainty.

October 5, 2026

by Sophia Bonifacio

Trade Update: A moment of relief

Economy

Trade Update: A moment of relief

The Philippines’ trade deficit hit a more-than-year low in August as exports grew faster and import growth slowed.

September 30, 2026

by Metrobank Research

Inflation Preview: Not cooling just yet

Economy

Inflation Preview: Not cooling just yet

Inflation likely stayed above target in September, driven by bad weather and sustained volatility in global crude prices.

September 30, 2026

by Metrobank Research

La DOTCE Vita: Wake me up when September ends

Economy

La DOTCE Vita: Wake me up when September ends

September has seen the peso on the back foot, though some hope remains for a modest recovery before the year ends.

September 22, 2026

by Nicholas Antonio Mapa

Fed Update: A little bit higher

Economy

Fed Update: A little bit higher

The US Fed focuses on achieving its 2.0% inflation target as the US economy remains resilient amid headwinds.

September 17, 2026

by Metrobank

September Monthly Report: Oil price resurgence

Economy

September Monthly Report: Oil price resurgence

Global oil prices rise as tensions in the Middle East escalate. This continues to weigh on global inflation.

September 15, 2026

by Metrobank

Fed Preview: Easing inflation, policy rate hikes can wait

Economy

Fed Preview: Easing inflation, policy rate hikes can wait

Easing US inflation reinforces our call for the Fed to keep rates steady for longer to balance risks on its dual mandate.

September 11, 2026

by Metrobank Research

Cloudy outlook: How storms and floods affect the Philippine economy

Economy

Cloudy outlook: How storms and floods affect the Philippine economy

Philippine growth and price pressures will only be worsened by the habagat the past few weeks.

September 8, 2026

by Joaquim Pantanosas 