Fuel price surge pushes Philippine inflation above BSP target
MANILA — The Philippines’ annual inflation rate accelerated more than expected in March, breaching the central bank’s 2% to 4% target range, driven largely by...
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Philippine peso loses most among muted Asian currencies
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On Easter, Pope Leo urges world leaders to end wars, renounce conquest
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Major US airports return to normal as TSA workers get paid
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