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flag Philippine manufacturing dropped in November 2025, reversing October’s growth, though December showed slight improvement.

flag Philippine manufacturing output declined in November 2025, with both production value and volume indices falling year-on-year, reversing October’s growth. flag The value index dropped 1.4%, and the volume index fell 1.5%, less severe than the 4.1% and 4.5% declines in November 2024. flag Despite a December rebound in the PMI to 50.2, driven by stronger domestic demand and easing output declines, foreign orders remained weak due to global trade tensions and U.S. tariffs. flag Analysts cite ongoing risks from economic uncertainty, low investment, and infrastructure challenges, but note cautious optimism tied to export potential, government reforms like Tatak Pinoy, and expected lower borrowing costs in 2026.

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