Misery Index Dips to 6-Month Low in August - BusinessWorld Online
The Philippines’ adjusted misery index fell to 15.7% in August, the lowest in six months or since the 15.6% logged in February. It reflected easing in unemployment and adjusted underemployment rates that overtook the uptick in inflation rate for the month. The index, which now incorporates adjusted underemployment rate* alongside inflation and unemployment rates, offers […]