Philippine economy faces make-or-break year in 2026

MANILA, Philippines — After a turbulent 2025, the Philippine economy enters 2026 at a crossroads—poised either for a rebound or another year of setbacks. As a make-or-break year, the question now is: What should be the Philippine economy’s New Year’s resolution? The Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) set the growth target for this year at