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Debt-to-GDP ratio remains above int’l threshold at 60.2%
The country’s outstanding debt as a share to the overall economy slightly eased in the first quarter, but remained above the internationally accepted threshold, with the government urged to be on a serious lookout for more revenue sources......»»
Higher GOCC remittances to help reduce debt – Marcos
Higher remittances from government-owned or controlled corporations will help cut the country’s borrowings and avoid the imposition of higher taxes, President Marcos said yesterday......»»
Debt payments decline to P294 billion in February
The Marcos administration reduced its debt service to P294 billion in February amid the decline in the payment for the loan principal borrowed by the government......»»
BOP shortfall narrows to $196 million in February
The Philippines registered a balance of payments shortfall of $196 million in February, its second straight month of deficit, as the government settled more foreign debt obligations last month, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said......»»
BOP swings to deficit in January
The country’s balance of payments swung to a deficit of $740 million in January, the highest in almost a year, as the government paid its foreign currency debt obligations......»»
T-bond rates up slightly
The government borrowed P30 billion from the domestic debt market at a slightly higher rates ahead of the policy decision of the US Federal Reserve......»»
Grab contributes up to 0.3 percent to GDP – study
Ride-hailing giant Grab Philippines contributes as much as 0.3 percent to the economy, as a peso spent on the platform generates an additional P3.42 in output, according to a recent report......»»
Wage hike to cut GDP growth, raise unemployment – NEDA
The proposed legislation for a P100 wage increase for private workers could shave up to 0.5 percentage point off the country’s economic growth and reverse gains ......»»
Higher consumption seen to drive GDP growth faster
The Philippine economy is expected to grow at a faster pace this year with the record-high employment and lower inflation likely to support consumption spending, according to First Metro Investment Corp. (FMIC) and University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) Capital Markets Research......»»
Q4 GDP growth comes in at 5.6%
The Philippine Statistics Authority revealed yesterday that the Philippine economy grew 5.6% y/y in Q4, which is down from the 6.0% it grew in Q3......»»
Strong GDP expansion gives BSP room to further hike rates
he impressive economic growth posted by the Philippines in 2023 will give the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas more space to further raise interest rates in case of shocks, according to economists......»»
Stocks rebound on encouraging GDP numbers
Local stocks rebounded from a two-day slump after Philippine economic growth was reported at 5.6 percent yesterday......»»
Q3 GDP growth revised upward to 6 percent
The Philippine economy posted a slightly faster growth rate in the third quarter of 2023 than initially reported, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority......»»
Moody’s Analytics sees below 5 percent GDP in Q4
Philippine economic growth likely slowed to below five percent in the final quarter of 2023 on the back of softer global economic growth, according to Moody’s Analytics......»»
BSP chief: GDP grew at faster pace in Q4
Philippine economic growth picked up further in the final quarter of last year despite the aggressive rate hikes delivered by the central bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Eli Remolona Jr. said......»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0830 GMT, Jan. 18
DAVOS, Switzerland -- Although the global economy is facing sluggish growth and numerous challenges, business leaders attending the 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) remain confident over the prospects of the Chinese economy. Over recent years, China has been an important engine for the global economy. China's gross domestic product (GDP) posted a growth of 5.2 percent year-on-year in 2023, h.....»»
Russian economy on sustainable growth trajectory - Mishustin
The country's GDP expanded above expectations last year Russia has not only withstood the pressure of Western sanctions and outside risks but has also managed to steer its economy toward sustainable growth, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said on Tuesday. Every sector of industry registered positive dev.....»»
Philippine economy growth may reach 6 pct to 7 pct in 2023: Marcos
MANILA, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila......»»
Xinhua world news summary at 1500 GMT, Jan. 11
MANILA -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila. (Philippines-Growth-.....»»
Philippine economy growth may reach 6 pct to 7 pct in 2023: Marcos
MANILA, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila......»»