For those who know GDP stands for (Gross Domestic Product) the Philippine Statistics Authority just released its Q1 2026 GDP figures and the numbers are raising eyebrows. The Philippine economy grew just 2.8% year-on-year in Q1 2026. That's one of the slowest growth rates recorded since the pandemic. And it's significantly below the 4.4% full-year growth the country posted in 2025. For expats and foreign investors watching Manila's property market, this raises an important q

BGC is one of the most in-demand real estate markets in Metro Manila — and for foreign buyers and expat investors, it consistently comes up as the first area worth comparing. Gross rental yields in BGC run at 4% to 6% depending on unit size and location, with premium rents for studios and 1-bedrooms near Bonifacio High Street reaching ₱50,000 to ₱80,000 monthly. Property values in BGC are projected to appreciate 4% to 7% in 2026, driven by North BGC developments, the Uptown B