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PH Economy Remains Optimistic Amid Global Slowdown
The country is one of the fastest growing economies in East Asia and the Pacific according to the World Bank, foreseeing robust growth despite global economic slowdown. In the latest World Bank Global Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday, the Philippines is expected to maintain its economic growth rate in 2024 at 5.8%, slightly higher […].....»»
The Future of Work: AI’s Double-Edged Sword for Global Economies
Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds promise in revolutionizing global productivity and economic growth. However, the flip side includes potential job displacement and a widening wealth gap. Without proper policies, nations may struggle to adapt to this emerging technology. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) indicates that nearly 40% of global jobs could be influenced by AI. In […].....»»
Argentina permitted to tap IMF bailout
The Latin American country is heading towards 200% inflation amid the worst economic crisis in decades The International monetary Fund (IMF) has agreed to unlock $4.7 billion for Argentina as part of a debt restructuring plan even though the country missed targets related to its $43 billion loan program, the fund anno.....»»
FDI inflow down 17.5% in 10 months
The net inflow of foreign direct investments fell by 17.5 percent from January to October 2023, reflecting the adverse impact of persistent inflationary pressures and slowing global growth prospects on investor sentiment......»»
IMF hikes Philippines 2024 growth target
The International Monetary Fund upgraded its 2024 economic growth forecast for the Philippines amid the stronger rebound in investments and exports......»»
Near-target 2023 GDP growth acceptable amidst economic challenges – Neda chief
INQUIRER/ MARIANNE BERMUDEZ MANILA, Philippines — The country’s chief socioeconomic planner, Secretary Arsenio Balisacan of the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda), said that a 2023 economic growth slightly lower than the previous year’s 7.6 percent but near the government’s 6 to 7 percent target range would be considered acceptable, given the challenges faced by the.....»»
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.....»»
Moody’s outlook: Philippine banks remain on stable footing
Moody’s Investors Service has maintained a stable outlook for Philippine banks as interest rate cuts from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas this year are seen to support economic recovery......»»
ADB cuts Philippines growth outlook to 6% in 2024
The Asian Development Bank has trimmed its growth forecast for the Philippines for this year, citing risks posed by extreme weather events that can drive up inflation and the slower growth in advanced economies......»»
Race for global economic dominance sees striking turn of fortunes - ex-IMF official
The assumption that China will eventually overtake the US as the world's largest economy now seems less certain, Eswar Prasad has said The US has extended its lead over China in the race for the globe's largest economy, Bloomberg reported on Friday. The American economy defied forecasts in outperfo.....»»
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......»»
PH Remains One of the Fastest Growing Economies in East Asia and Pacific, World Bank Says
The World Bank retains its positive outlook on the Philippine economy despite foreseen challenges. According to their April 2024 East Asia and Pacific Economic Update, the World Bank projects a 5.8 percent economic growth for the Philippines this year — the East Asia and Pacific region’s second fastest-growing economy. Moreover, the said update also adjusted […].....»»
S& P: Philippines may miss growth goal this year
S&P Global Ratings sees the Philippines again missing its growth targets this year as it kept its gross domestic product growth forecast at 5.9 percent. While the projection is better compared to other economies in the region, it is again below the government’s 6.5 to 7.5 percent growth target......»»
NEDA Optimistic on Economic Growth in the PH for 2024
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan expressed optimism about the country’s economic growth for 2024. According to Balicasan, major development organizations like the IMF, ADB, and the World Bank expect the country to have an economic growth rate of at least 6%. The IMF projects a growth rate of 6.2%, the ADB […].....»»
Gov t cuts growth target to 6%-7% — NEDA
In a press briefing with the members of the press on Thursday, Balisacan said that the country's economic growth target had been revised following a careful consideration of factors such as the global economic slowdown, rising oil prices and inflation trends......»»
‘Philippine banks to ride wave of robust economic growth’
The projected robust economic growth this year could shape up into a better year for Philippine banks, S&P Global Ratings said......»»
Government sticks to 6.5-7.5 percent growth target for 2024
Despite global and domestic headwinds, the government is still aiming to attain a 6.5 to 7.5 percent economic growth for this year, according to National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan......»»
Nestle, Danone see price hikes slowing after years of sharp increases
LONDON/PARIS (Reuters) -Two of the world’s top consumer goods companies, Danone and Nestle, said on Thursday they will slow price increases in 2024 after two years of hikes that prompted many shoppers to seek cheaper alternatives for basic goods like yoghurt and coffee. But Danone, which owns brands including Evian and Badoit waters and Activia.....»»
Nomura hikes Philippines growth target for 2024
Nomura Global Markets Research has upgraded its economic growth forecast for the Philippines to six percent from 5.8 percent for this year after a better-than-expected expansion in 2023......»»
Fitch keeps credit rating of 5 Philippine banks
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the credit rating of five of the country’s biggest banks and kept its stable outlook, on the back of a likely robust economic growth over the next two years......»»