Philippine Central Bank Governor Says Follow-Up Rate Hike in June Likely

The transcript covers a discussion on upcoming meetings, economic growth, labor market recovery, interest rates, inflation expectations, currency fluctuations, and the transition to a new administration. Governor Ben provides insights into the BSP's policies, the impact of external factors like the Ukraine crisis, and the stability of the peso. The discussion also touches on the new administration's potential economic policies and the importance of continuity in governance.

What is the expected date for the next meeting discussed in the transcript?

• June 23rd

• July 1st

• June 15th

• July 23rd

What was the economic growth rate in the first quarter as mentioned in the transcript?

• 9.1%

• 6.8%

• 8.3%

• 7.5%

How much advance did the national government receive during the crisis?

• 450 billion pesos

• 600 billion pesos

• 500 billion pesos

• 540 billion pesos

What is the BSP's inflation target range?

• 1% to 3%

• 2% to 4%

• 3% to 5%

• 4% to 6%

What global event is mentioned as impacting inflation?

• COVID-19 Pandemic

• Russia's invasion of Ukraine

• US-China Trade War

• Brexit

What is the expected inflation rate for next year according to the transcript?

• 4.6%

• 3.9%

• 5.2%

• 4.0%

What is the expected impact of the new administration on economic policies?

• Significant changes in policy

• Continuation of current policies

• Immediate policy overhaul

• Focus on reducing inflation