Philippine Bank Lending Rebounds to 2-Month High in July Driven by Corporate Borrowing
Philippine bank lending grew 10.4% year-on-year in July, reaching a two-month high. Business loans bolstered the rebound, offsetting a slowdown in consumer credit, signaling economic recovery. However, weak household confidence remains a concern.
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