IMF lowers Philippine growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027
On the reasons cited for the downgrade
Daily Tribune cited delays in government spending, GMA News cited weaker-than-expected second-quarter performance and a slow rebound in public spending, The Manila Times cited the war in the Middle East, tighter global financial conditions and weaker investments, while Inquirer cited an oil shock and a spending slump.
All the outlets reported that the IMF has again cut its economic growth forecasts for the Philippines for 2026 and 2027.
Drafted with AI from these 4 reports, checked and approved by a Parley editor. Approved 26 Sep, 8:04 AM.
What each outlet reported
Daily Tribune reported that the IMF slashed its GDP forecasts for the Philippines in 2026 and 2027, citing delays in government spending.
Read Daily Tribune's report →GMA News reported that the IMF again downgraded its growth forecasts for the Philippines, citing weaker-than-expected second-quarter performance and a slow rebound in public spending.
Read GMA News's report →The Manila Times reported that the IMF lowered its Philippine growth forecasts, citing the impact of the continued war in the Middle East, tighter global financial conditions and weaker investments.
Read The Manila Times's report →Inquirer reported that the IMF cut its growth forecast for the Philippines amid an oil shock and a spending slump, adding to a string of downgrades.
Read Inquirer's report →