Manila Bulletin·3 min read·medium
Metro Manila's 12% wage hike catches BSP off guard
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Derco Rosal
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is reassessing its inflation outlook following an unexpected 12% minimum wage hike in Metro Manila. Governor Eli Remolona Jr. expressed concern over potential price pressures but ruled out a massive interest rate increase.
Why it matters
Significant wage hikes can trigger inflationary spirals, forcing central banks to adjust monetary policy, which directly impacts consumer purchasing power and business operating costs.
Manila Bulletin - Metro Manila’s 12% wage hike catches BSP off guard
Metro Manila's 12% wage hike catches BSP off guard
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