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Pork tariff hike seen to stoke inflation

The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) warned that raising the tariffs on imported pork could further stoke inflation, as the government moves to impose higher duties on pork meat to…

October inflation seen accelerating to 7.6 percent

Inflation likely accelerated further in October as higher transport fares, electricity rates, fuel costs and a weaker peso broadened price pressures despite some relief from food prices, according to…

  • Inflation projected to reach 7.6% in October, surpassing September's 7.2%
  • Factors contributing to surge: transport fares, electricity rates, fuel costs, weaker peso
  • Leading economists predict 7.8% inflation, exceeding BSP's 2-4% target range

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