Why the Philippine economy is slowing despite “growth” numbers GDP is expanding but the foundations are weakening. The slowdown in Q3, the continued underperformance of tourism, the stalled projects linked to China, and the shift toward U.S. alignment are increasing economic vulnerabilities. Without industrial policy, regional cooperation, and a balanced foreign policy that supports our real trading partners, growth remains shallow and dependent on factors we cannot control. Long-term stability

DEPDev chief Balisacan: rebuilding consumer, investor trust key to economic growth WATCH: Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan explains the importance of restoring consumers' and investors' confidence amid the ongoing investigation on corruption in public works projects. The Philippines' economic growth slowed to 4% in the third quarter of 2025 as government spending plunged to its lowest since 2011 due to stricter validation of public constructio