peso exchange rate

Why Oil Prices Matter More Than You Think in the Philippines

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America may have oil, but that does not make gasoline, diesel, or LPG cheap in the Philippines. This country buys into a global energy market, and when fear drives prices up, ordinary Filipinos feel it everywhere.

The Peso Moves: Here’s What Expats Need To Know

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The peso–dollar rate isn’t random. It moves with U.S. rates, oil prices, and how many dollars flow into the Philippines. Here’s the expat-friendly explanation—and how to budget for it.