PSA Building Permits 2026 Q1 data shows a mix of steady activity and slowdown signs. Here's what Manila real estate investors should know before buying, renting, or selling.

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