Philippines Trade Update: Trade trajectories trend along
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Policy Rate Updates: Double cut finale
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Monthly Economic Update: One for the road
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Trade Update: Trajectories sustained
The Philippines’ trade deficit narrowed year-on-year in November on strong exports and constricted imports.
Economy
Inflation Preview: Sliding below target in 2025
Even in a year of central bank easing, inflation is poised to fall below the government’s full-year target.
December 26, 2025
Is America great again?
Despite the rosy, even grandiose, predictions of US President Donald Trump, the core promises of MAGA remain unfulfilled.
December 23, 2025
2026 Outlook: Moderate recovery on the horizon
The events of 2025 presented a challenge for the Philippine economy. The setback may be a setup for a comeback beginning 2026.
December 22, 2025
BSP and Fed Update: Same moves, different tunes
The BSP and Fed both reduced rates amid contrasting economic conditions.
December 11, 2025
Monthly Recap: Signals point to easing
Given recent economic data, monetary authorities in the Philippines and the US are expected to cap 2025 with rate cuts.
December 5, 2025
Inflation Update: Highlighting the need to ease
Headline inflation slowed in November, providing ample room for the central bank to continue cutting interest rates to support the economy.
December 5, 2025
Fed and BSP Preview: Back-to-back cuts post-US gov’t shutdown
Monetary authorities in the US and the Philippines are set to continue their rate-cutting cycle.
December 4, 2025
How the Philippine economy can bounce back in 2026
A combination of monetary policy decisions and target-consistent inflation may provide a springboard for growth
December 3, 2025
Inflation Preview: A little more pressure
Inflation may have quickened in November, but will likely remain below the government’s target
December 1, 2025