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Philippine Central Bank to Act on Persistent Inflation

Published Friday, June 5, 2026 · Updated June 5

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The Philippine central bank has announced its intention to take necessary actions to bring inflation back to its target, as consumer price growth remained above 3% for the third consecutive month in May. This decision comes despite a slight slowdown in annual inflation to 6.8% in May from 7.2% in April, with an interest rate hike anticipated.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The Philippine central bank announced it will take necessary actions to bring inflation back to its target.
  • Annual inflation in the Philippines slowed to 6.8 per cent in May from 7.2 per cent in April.
  • Consumer price growth in the Philippines remained above 3% for a third straight month in May.
  • An interest rate hike is anticipated by the central bank.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

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    The Philippine central bank announced it will take necessary actions to bring inflation back to its target after consumer price growth remained above 3% for a third straight month in May. This comes despite an unexpected slowdown in annual inflation to 6.8% in May from 7.2% in April, ahead of an anticipated interest rate hike.

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