Philippine inflation likely eased below 8% in March, says BSP

MANILA  -The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas says the inflation rate in March may have settled within the range of 7.4 percent to 8.2 percent, suggesting the possibility of posting lower than 8 percent. Downward price pressures for March are expected to have come from lower prices of petroleum products, fruits and vegetables, chicken, and sugar. … Continue reading Philippine inflation likely eased below 8% in March, says BSP