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Philippines economy displays resilience despite volatility

Amid unanticipated upheavals, bearish financial markets and global growth disruptions, the Philippines economy continues to show remarkable durability

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Consumers hold the key to Philippines growth in 2020

Domestic demand will be the key economic driver for growth in the Philippines 2020, on the back of increased government spending, relatively benign inflation and supportive monetary policies. However, the full effects of the coronavirus outbreak are yet to be calculated.

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Ready for growth

With inflation under control and a revitalised Build, Build, Build programme, there is optimism that Philippine growth will accelerate in 2020.

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With inflation under control, what is next for the Philippines?

The Philippines is on track to meet its key 2019 targets. With one of the highest GDP’s in Asia, inflation falling to a new low, and international reserves on the rise, this should be enough to attract investors.

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Carrefour feels the pressure from Metro sale of China ops

The French retailer has sought to close a deal for its China business for over a year, but now its suitor, Tencent affiliate Yonghui, is courting Metro.

June 12, 2019

Private equity raking over US-China trade war debris for bargains

Disruption caused by the fractious relationship between the world’s two biggest economies spells opportunity for the nimblest investors. Funds are looking to potentially bridge gaps in broken supply chains, take companies private and carve out Chinese units from MNCs.

June 06, 2019

Metro consumes Classic Fine Foods for $328m

Metro's acquisition of Classic Fine Foods will help it capitalise on a growing appetite for gourmet products as interest in retail M&A stays keen.

August 06, 2015

Reality bites for Metro Pacific

The largest property transaction in the history of the Philippines is estimated to have lost Metro Pacific nearly $700 million.

February 10, 2003