Philippines: Investment Pledges Soar 83% to P628B in Q3
Investment pledges from Filipino and foreign investors in the Philippines surged by 83% to P628.19 billion in the third quarter, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). Overseas investor commitments more than doubled, signaling growing economic recovery prospects.
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