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Philippine inflation accelerates to 4.1% in March 2026

Inflation rise reflects global oil volatility and domestic supply constraints

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Mounting risks to the inflation outlook require sustained vigilance, according to the Philippine central bank

Peso slips beyond 16.5 vs dirham. Remit now?

Currency pressure builds as fuel costs and inflation outlook worsen in Philippines

Against the US dollar, the peso remained under strain, trading at 60.73.

Peso at record low boosts UAE remittances

Weak peso and rising inflation add pressure on remittances and costs

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Peso hits record low, UAE remitters see bigger gains

Philippine peso weakens sharply, raising value of UAE remittances

Peso hits record lows, boosting gains for UAE remitters.

Philippine peso hits record low against UAE dirham

Peso slides to new low while central bank steps in to steady markets

For now, favourable rates are prompting households to reassess strategy, deciding whether to lock in current levels or wait for another shift in the market.

Filipino workers in UAE gain more sending money home

Peso weakens against the dirham as oil risks and inflation concerns weigh on outlook

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What is keeping the Philippine peso under pressure

Peso struggles near three-year lows as weak growth and dollar strength fuel volatility

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Why top economists are warning of slowing world economy

New WEF and OECD reports highlight diverging views on global economic growth outlook

Shadows of journalists are seen beside WEF signage during a session at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2025 (AMNC25) in Tianjin on June 24, 2025.

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