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PhilippinesPhilippines Labor Force Participation Rate (%) fell to 61.35 Percent in December 2025
World BankYearlyReleased December 2025
Philippines Labor Force Participation Rate (%) fell to 61.35 Percent in December 2025, down 0.05 Percent from November's 61.4 Percent reading.
Latest Release
61.350000
Actual
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Consensus
61.402000
Previous
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THE RELEASE
Labor Force Participation Rate (%) (Philippines) was reported at 61.35 Percent in December 2025. The reading fell from the previous value of 61.40 Percent. This is classified as a medium-impact indicator released on a yearly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending downward over the last three releases. In December readings over the past 3 years, Labor Force Participation Rate (%) has averaged 61.39 Percent.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Inflation Rate YoY (Jun 5).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update December 2025.
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Labor Force Participation Rate (%) - PH
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About Labor Force Participation Rate (%) — Philippines
DEFINITION
The Philippines' Labor Force Participation Rate for December 2025 registered at 61.350000%, slightly below November 2025's 61.402000%. This marginal decline indicates a stable but mildly contracting labor engagement compared to the previous month. Market focus remains on upcoming employment data to gauge broader economic momentum. Updated 5/1/26
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released annually.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print. Current dynamics are the primary tailwind in the projection.
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