Economics
Philippines’ Outperforming Economy Boosts Case for Rate Hike
- First quarter GDP growth at 8.3% versus 6.8% survey estimate
- Goldman economists see central bank raising rate next week
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The Philippine economy outperformed expectations in the first quarter, boosting the case for the central bank to turn its focus to fighting one of Southeast Asia’s fastest inflation.