An economic briefing and fireside chat organized by the UP College of Business Administration Alumni Association (UPCBAA) highlighted that the Philippines is expected to experience sustained slow economic growth, according to a report by Philstar Biz.
During the event, economists and industry leaders discussed factors contributing to the sluggish pace, including global headwinds, domestic policy uncertainty, and structural constraints. The panelists emphasized the need for targeted fiscal interventions and private-sector collaboration to stimulate investment and consumer demand.
Despite the cautious outlook, there were calls for accelerating reforms in digitalization and infrastructure to support long-term competitiveness. The UPCBAA plans to continue hosting dialogues to bridge the gap between policy and business realities.