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Peso's Future A Possibility of Further Depreciation

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona Jr. recently sounded a warning about the vulnerability of the peso to further depreciation, which could lead to an exchange rate of P60 against the dollar. But what does this mean for our economy?

Sharp Fluctuations The True Concern

While the prospect of a P60$1 exchange rate may seem alarming, it's not just the number itself that should concern us. According to Remolona, the bigger issue is the sharp fluctuations in the exchange rate. These fluctuations can have an inflationary effect on our economy.

A History of Volatility

The peso has already reached a record low of P59$1 in October 2022 and again in November last year due to concerns over central bank easing and protectionist policies. Although it has recovered slightly since then, the currency remains volatile, wobbling this month following the launch of a trade war by US President-elect Donald Trump.

Dollar Strength The Primary Driver

Currently, the currency's movements are largely driven by the strength of the dollar. As Remolona noted, This is the story. Last year, that was most of the story. It was mostly dollar strength rather than peso weakness.

Adjusting for Dollar Strength

After adjusting for dollar strength, the peso would have actually gained by 0.34 percent, according to Remolona.

Inflationary Pressures

A weaker peso would put pressure on inflation as a significant portion of our country's imports is priced in dollars. The BSP has previously intervened in the foreign exchange market to address volatility and keep the peso-dollar rate below P60$1.

Economic Growth Concerns

Worries over inflation and economic growth were cited by monetary authorities when they unexpectedly kept key interest rates unchanged on Thursday.

Caution in Face of Uncertainty

While the BSP has signaled that easing would continue, Remolona emphasized the need for caution. It's not just the uncertainty about trade. The uncertainty itself about what's going on is a factor, he said. And so we thought we needed more time to deepen our analysis.

Room for Further Easing

With the benchmark rate at 5.75 percent following three 25-basis-point cuts last year, analysts say there is still room for further reductions moving forward.

A Look Ahead

Bank of the Philippine Islands senior economist Emilio Neri suggests that the BSP could cut interest rates again in June if first-quarter growth data continues to disappoint. Gross domestic product growth last year was 5.6 percent, below the official target and just a tad better than 2023's 5.5 percent.

Next Steps

Economic managers will meet next month to assess and review their macroeconomic assumptions. As we move forward, it's essential that we remain vigilant and adapt to changing market conditions.

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