The Philippines has posted surprisingly low first quarter GDP growth of just 0.4%, far below previous government projections of 2.5%, creating significant cause for concern. However, too much alarm...
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Economic Update | Steadying the Ship
22 Jul 2010
Economic Update | Philippines: Great Expectations
22 Jul 2010
Blessed with stunning landscapes, white sand beaches, rich biodiversity and wonderful hospitality, the Philippines has all the key elements of a premier tourism destination. Yet, for all these...
Economic Update | The Sunrise Industry
22 Jul 2010
While the majority of industries are struggling to cope with the effects of the ongoing global economic downturn, the Philippines business process outsourcing (BPO) sector is predicting strong 20-30...
Economic Update | Bridging the Energy Gap
22 Jul 2010
The Philippines has been facing some of the highest energy costs in the region for some time now – a fact any industrialist will attest to. It seems, however, that looming power shortages could...
Economic Update | Domestic Incentives
22 Jul 2010
Although the Philippines boasts one of Asia's oldest capital markets, it still remains heavily dependent on foreign portfolio investors, a reality confirmed by last year's market activity. The...
Economic Update | A Recurring Dilemma
22 Jul 2010
Industrial production in the Philippines has long been dominated by the manufacturing and export of electronic goods, which have fallen prey to the global downturn as demand slows worldwide.
