MBC expects stable inflation
rate in September
October 3, 2003 - The country's inflation rate is expected at
2.8%-3.2% in September from 3.0% in August. The forecast considers
the impact of the previous month's foreign exchange depreciation
on utility charges, the increase in water rates in areas covered
by the Manila Water Company, and the P0.30 per liter cut in
domestic fuel pump prices.
In the first eight months, inflation averaged 3.0% compared
to 3.3% a year ago.