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Philippines Cuts Rates Again Amid Falling Inflation, Growth Concerns

8/28/2025

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The Philippine central bank reduced its key policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.0%, the third consecutive cut.
Inflation fell to 0.9% in July, the lowest in nearly six years, while Q2 GDP grew by 5.5%.
Additional rate cuts are expected as the BSP seeks to bolster economic growth amid US tariff risks.
Analysts forecast an average GDP growth of 5% this year, citing concerns over domestic activity and export challenges.

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The Philippine central bank reduced its key policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.0%, the third consecutive cut.
Inflation fell to 0.9% in July, the lowest in nearly six years, while Q2 GDP grew by 5.5%.
Additional rate cuts are expected as the BSP seeks to bolster economic growth amid US tariff risks.
Analysts forecast an average GDP growth of 5% this year, citing concerns over domestic activity and export challenges.