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Philippine Trade Deficit Widens to $5.15 Billion in September
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Philippine Trade Deficit Widens to $5.15 Billion in September

The Philippines' trade deficit expanded by 10.3% year-on-year to $5.15 billion in September, primarily driven by import growth outpacing exports. Key contributors to the increased imports included electronic products and mineral fuels. This marks the widest trade deficit recorded since 1991.

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