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Trade deficit narrows in February

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Foreign trade slowdown likely dragged Philippine GDP in Q1

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The Philippines’ external trade slowed down in March after a sluggish growth of both exports and imports.

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Import slowdown tempers foreign trade growth in February

April 7, 2022 - 11:21pm

Foreign trade posted lower growth in February after country’s imports grew at a slower pace during the month.

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Deficit widened in November as foreign trade expands

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Both exports and imports continued to drop amid lackluster trade activity.

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