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flag The OECD advises the BSP to manage inflation expectations and cut rates in Feb 2026 amid weak growth, despite stable inflation.

flag The OECD urges the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas to better manage inflation expectations, especially during supply shocks, recommending a focus on core inflation and avoiding rate hikes during temporary spikes. flag With headline inflation at 2% in January—within the 2%-4% target—the BSP is expected to cut its policy rate by 25 basis points to 4.25% in February 2026 to support sluggish growth, driven by weak GDP and demand. flag The central bank plans monthly consumer and business expectations surveys to improve forecasting. flag However, incomplete transmission of rate changes to lending persists due to weak funding pass-through and high credit risk, prompting OECD recommendations to strengthen the repo market, expand credit data, and reduce reserve requirements.

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