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A new fiscal relief proposal aims to cushion consumers as higher oil prices intensify inflation pressures.

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Fuel tax suspension may cushion pump prices and inflation if oil volatility persists.

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Moody’s sees growth rebounding, but delayed infrastructure spending and high debt costs could cap the recovery.

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The government is pushing reforms to restore trust, improve spending efficiency, and stabilize investor confidence.

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Loan growth is slowing as weak confidence and delayed spending blunt the impact of interest rate cuts.

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Faster government spending and contractor payments could lift capex momentum and reduce downside risks to near-term growth.

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BIR audit reforms improve transparency and predictability, supporting business confidence and incremental gains in tax governance.

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Philippines raises $2.75 billion offshore, reinforcing market access despite global volatility and elevated debt.

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Lower 2026 infrastructure spending signals sustained fiscal drag and muted capex-driven growth.

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Moody’s sees growth rebounding, but delayed infrastructure spending and high debt costs could cap the recovery.

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The government is pushing reforms to restore trust, improve spending efficiency, and stabilize investor confidence.

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Loan growth is slowing as weak confidence and delayed spending blunt the impact of interest rate cuts.

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Faster government spending and contractor payments could lift capex momentum and reduce downside risks to near-term growth.

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BIR audit reforms improve transparency and predictability, supporting business confidence and incremental gains in tax governance.

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Lower 2026 infrastructure spending signals sustained fiscal drag and muted capex-driven growth.

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