BSP says uncertainties on Trump’s trade policy pose risks to inflation

January 9, 2025 - 5:11 PM
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Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (Philstar file photo)

 BSP Governor Eli Remolona said on Thursday uncertainties concerning U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s trade policies pose challenges to inflation.

But Remolona said in a speech the Philippines “is in better shape than other countries” in dealing with potential changes in trade and investment policies in the United States.

—Reporting by Karen Lema; Editing by Martin Petty