Metro Manila Wage Hike to Push Through Despite Inflation Fears; BSP Monitors Impact
The Philippine government confirmed the scheduled implementation of a record P85 minimum wage hike in Metro Manila. However, the central bank (BSP) expressed concerns that this could fuel inflation, particularly impacting food and restaurant sectors.
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