Inflation jumps to three-year high of 7.8% in October

MANILA, Philippines — Inflation sizzled to its hottest level in more than three years in October, driven by higher transport fares, rising energy costs and more expensive rice. The Philippine Statistics Authority reported on Thursday that the consumer price index rose 7.8 percent from a year earlier. This marked the fastest pace since February 2023,

Nov 6, 2026 - 10:00
Inflation jumps to three-year high of 7.8% in October
MANILA, Philippines — Inflation sizzled to its hottest level in more than three years in October, driven by higher transport fares, rising energy costs and more expensive rice. The Philippine Statistics Authority reported on Thursday that the consumer price index rose 7.8 percent from a year earlier. This marked the fastest pace since February 2023,

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