Country: PH | Published: 2026-09-25
Philippine news flow stays anchored in the social and political sphere, with the presidential pardon of a repatriated drug convict dominating headlines. On the economic front, the
Philippine news flow stays anchored in the social and political sphere, with the presidential pardon of a repatriated drug convict dominating headlines. On the economic front, the IMF wrapped up its review mission and trimmed the country's growth outlook, while the budget deficit widened in August, keeping fiscal discipline in the conversation. A sizable diesel price rollback expected by month-end offers a small pocket of relief for consumers and businesses.