Philippines' Poverty Rate Hits Record Low of 9.7%, But Millions Remain Vulnerable
The Philippines' poverty rate fell to a record low of 9.7% in 2025, lifting 6.5 million Filipinos above the poverty line. However, millions remain vulnerable to slipping back into poverty due to unforeseen crises.
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