high prices
Consumers still hurting from high prices even if inflation targets met
January 7, 2025
Latest inflation figures are within the Marcos administration’s 2-4% target for 2024, but this doesn’t automatically translate into better living conditions for Filipinos whose real incomes are stagnating or falling.
Low real wages, more expensive food
November 5, 2024
Government claims its “vigilant measures to stabilize prices” helped keep October inflation within target. But food remains expensive and the low wages of many Filipinos can’t keep up.
Low real wages, more expensive food as of September 2024
October 7, 2024
5 economic distortions to watch out for in Marcos Jr’s 3rd SONA
July 22, 2024
Some bold distortions about the economy and the situation of the people, not the truth, can be expected at the third Marcos Jr SONA.
Poor families grappling with high food costs despite lower inflation – IBON
July 5, 2024
Despite lower June inflation, Filipino families are not earning enough to keep up with the high prices.
Stagnant Real Wages, More Expensive Food
March 6, 2024
