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The outlook per BSP Governor Diokno

Economy will recover lost output and employment due to higher demand for exports, stable inflation, and rebound in domestic consumption By Dr. Benjamin E. Diokno Governor, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (Speech at YPO Philippines Inc., […]

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“We return to normalcy”

“The Duterte administration will leave a legacy of a vibrant and inclusive economy for our people. President Duterte has built a track record for completing critical reforms that proved difficult to enact. Many of the […]

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PH remains BBB investment grade

BANKS KEPT COVID IMPACT MANAGEABLE Fitch expects PH  growth to accelerate. From last year’s 5.6%, Fitch sees the country’s gross domestic product growing by 6.9% this year and 7% next year. With COVID weakening, the […]

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Higher output, more jobs with liberalization

By KARL KENDRICK T. CHUA Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Key messages 1. The Philippines is the most restrictive in foreign investments in the region, and the third most restrictive in the world according (OECD 2020 We […]