SWS: 33% of Filipinos see better economy in next 12 months

SWS: 33% of Filipinos see better economy in next 12 months

MANILA, Philippines — Thirty-three percent of adult Filipinos believe the country’s economy will improve over the next 12 months, according to the latest survey by the Social Weather Stations (SWS). The survey, conducted from June 20 to 29, 2026, and released Monday, showed that 24 percent expected the economy to worsen, while 32 percent said they expected no change. Another 11 percent were undecided or did not provide an answer. The SWS noted that the net economic optimism (percentage of econom