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PhilippinesPhilippines Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 104.8B in June 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased July 2026
Philippines Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 104.8B in June 2026, released July 2026, up 0.8B from May's 104B reading. The reading matched expectations. Over the past 3 months, Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 104.07B, vs 110.07B in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 23rd percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
104.8
Actual
102
Consensus
104
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±1.64 billion
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jul 2026
Predicted: 102
Actual: 104.8
Error: -2.8
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/PHP | ▼ Inverse | −0.51 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| Nikkei 225 | ▲ Direct | +0.38 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.27 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Foreign Exchange Reserves (Philippines) was reported at 104.80 billion in September 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 103.30 billion. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through September 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 108.11 billion, ranging from 103.40 billion to 112.70 billion across 9 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 104.33 billion, down from the prior three at 109.73 billion. Volatility over the past year (σ 3.63 billion) is higher than the prior year (σ 2.60 billion). In September readings over the past 3 years, Foreign Exchange Reserves has averaged 105.88 billion.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/PHP (Bearish USD). A secondary relationship exists with Nikkei 225, positively correlated (Bullish Nikkei 225). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 1.64 billion.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for October 7, 2026.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update September 2026.
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About Foreign Exchange Reserves — Philippines
DEFINITION
Foreign Exchange Reserves refer to the amount of foreign currency held by a country's central bank. These reserves are used to maintain stability in the country's currency and to fulfill international payment obligations. They serve as a measure of a country's economic strength and ability to withstand external shocks. Foreign Exchange Reserves are an important financial indicator for investors and policymakers, providing insight into a country's monetary policy and its ability to manage its currency.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Aug 2026): actual 104.8 M. Prior reading (Aug 2026): 104.8 M. Before that (Jul 2026): 103.4 M.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/PHP (Bearish USD, r=-0.51) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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