Tag: GDP

Browse our exclusive articles!

Zobel eyes 5% growth, rebound as risks ease

Economy Context.ph Context.ph -
Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, chairman of Ayala Corp., struck a cautiously optimistic tone on the Philippines’ economic outlook, projecting a rebound as near-term risks begin to ease and structural strengths remain intact.

IMF slashes Philippines 2026 growth outlook sharply

Economy Context.ph Context.ph -
The Philippines faces a markedly weaker growth trajectory after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) cut its 2026 expansion forecast to 4.1 percent, citing intensifying global shocks and a softer domestic backdrop.

Middle East tensions, El Niño cloud Philippine growth outlook

Economy Context.ph Context.ph -
Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the looming effects of El Niño are emerging as twin headwinds to Philippine growth, with remittances and inflation pressures forming a potentially volatile mix.

Economic Planning chief warns oil shock may worsen poverty, slow growth

Economy Context.ph Context.ph -
Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan cautioned lawmakers that a prolonged Middle East conflict could trigger a severe economic shock in the Philippines, with surging oil prices threatening to reverse gains in poverty reduction.

Rate-cut expectations pull T-bill yields down

Banking & Insurance Context.ph Context.ph -
Treasury bill yields continued to ease at Monday’s auction as investors positioned for a possible shift toward monetary easing by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) amid weakening economic momentum.
1234Page 1 of 4

Popular

Philippine exports seen beating forecasts despite tariffs

Trade & Investments 0
Philippine exports are poised to sustain double-digit growth this year and outperform government forecasts despite higher US tariffs and other external challenges, supported by strong first-half shipments and a broader mix of products and markets.

CREBA warns housing rules could slow projects

Property 0
Housing regulations designed to speed up project development may instead squeeze developers’ cash flow and further slow housing production, according to Chamber of Real Estate and Builders’ Associations (CREBA) National Chairman Noel Cariño.

NAIA cargo recovery eases supply-chain risks 

Transport & Logistics 0
Time-sensitive industries, led by semiconductors and electronics, welcomed the normalization of cargo operations at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), after congestion threatened production schedules, jobs, and revenues.

PTAA warns visa misuse could tighten travel rules

Travel & Tourism 0
The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) is urging Filipinos and travel agencies to practice truthful and responsible travel, warning that the misuse of tourist visas could lead to tighter requirements and greater immigration scrutiny for legitimate travelers.

Subscribe

spot_imgspot_img