Philippine Unemployment Eases to 5.3% as Agriculture Sector Adds Jobs
The Philippines' unemployment rate eased to 5.3% in August 2026, driven by job gains particularly in the agriculture sector. However, the figure is worse than the previous year, with manufacturing slowdowns and reduced working hours due to bad weather posing ongoing challenges.
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