ADB cuts 2026 Philippine growth forecast to 4.4% on war risks

MANILA, Philippines – The Asian Development Bank slashed its growth forecast on the Philippines for this year, citing heightened risks from the Middle East conflict. READ: https://business.inquirer.net/584423/sp-downgrades-ph-outlook-to-stable In its flagship Asian Development Outlook, the Manila-based lender trimmed its growth outlook on its host country to 4.4 percent for this year, from its previous estimate of