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Philippines Announces PHP50 Daily Minimum Wage Increase

7/2/2025

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Workers Wage Boost

Starting July 18, 2025, the NCR in the Philippines will implement a PHP50 daily minimum wage increase.
Non-agriculture wages will rise from PHP645 to PHP695, while agriculture wages will increase to PHP658.
Around 1.2 million workers will benefit, following a total PHP125 increase since 2023.
The wage board based its decision on GDP growth, inflation, and unemployment rates.
Small businesses may face challenges complying, potentially resulting in higher consumer prices.

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Oregon Wage Increase

Oregon's minimum wage increases by 35 cents to $15.05 on July 1, 2023, marking the smallest rise since 2015.
The state features three wage tiers: $14.05 in rural areas and $16.30 in Portland.
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Workers Wage Boost

Starting July 18, 2025, the NCR in the Philippines will implement a PHP50 daily minimum wage increase.
Non-agriculture wages will rise from PHP645 to PHP695, while agriculture wages will increase to PHP658.
Around 1.2 million workers will benefit, following a total PHP125 increase since 2023.
The wage board based its decision on GDP growth, inflation, and unemployment rates.
Small businesses may face challenges complying, potentially resulting in higher consumer prices.

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