The government has vowed to ramp up spending in the fourth quarter of 2025 to support economic growth, according to the Department of Finance.
A total of ₱1.307 trillion has been programmed for disbursement in the last quarter of the year, serving as a major stimulus to lift year-end and overall economic performance. Most of the funds will go to social services, in line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure that government spending directly benefits Filipinos.
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto said the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has implemented timely monetary policy actions to reinforce growth. “We already anticipated a temporary slowdown, which is why the BSP cut policy rates last month to help stimulate economic activity,” Recto said.
He added that the Philippines remains on strong footing, supported by easing inflation, solid economic fundamentals, and sound fiscal management — all expected to drive a robust economic rebound in 2026.
Government spending had declined to ₱827.2 billion in the third quarter of 2025 from ₱1.02 trillion in the previous quarter, prompting efforts to accelerate disbursements before the year ends.
