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Philippines keeps ‘A-‘ investment grade rating from JCR, stable outlook signals strong economic footing amid global risks
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) today welcomed the Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR)’s affirmation of the Philippines’ “A-” investment-grade credit rating with a stable outlook, a vote of confidence in the country’s solid economic fundamentals even amid growing global uncertainty such as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
BSP projects August inflation up to 6.5 %
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas expects headline inflation for August 2026 to settle between 5.5 and 6.5 percent, outlining a persistent trajectory above official targets despite recent monetary tightening. According to the central bank, upward pressures on consumer prices during the month are driven primarily by higher costs for rice, vegetables, fruits, and fish, which have been exacerbated by unfavorable weather conditions alongside elevated domestic fuel prices.
BSP makes preemptive quarter-point rate hike on inflation risks
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas on Thursday delivered a preemptive 25-basis-point rate hike and left the door open to further tightening as stubborn inflationary pressures threaten to keep prices above the central bank’s target range.
MAP seeks full 2027 budget transparency, accountability
The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has called for full transparency and accountability in the proposed 2027 national budget, warning that questionable spending practices could further erode public trust and investor confidence.
Philippines P6.36T project pipeline faces execution test
The Philippines has built a P6.36-trillion investment pipeline, but the bigger challenge now is turning projects on paper into construction sites, operating facilities, and productive assets.
