EU, PHL firms see stronger trade, investment

IN NEXT 12 MONTHS

- By LOUELLA DESIDERIO

Majority of European and Philippine firms in the country expect to see growth in trade and investment over the next 12 months, according to a survey conducted by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP).

The 2025 Business Sentiment Survey Report, presented during the ECCP’s 2026 Philippine Economic Outlook forum yesterday, showed that 70.3 percent of European and Philippine firms remain optimistic about their operations in the country and expect an increase in trade and investment activity over the next 12 months.

It also showed that 26.7 percent anticipate stability, while only 2.9 percent expect a decline.