PH logistics sector remains in contraction territory in Oct

Philippine logistics activity remained in contraction territory in October 2026, although it improved from September’s performance, the World Research Institute (WRI) said.

The Philippines Logistics Growth Index (LGI™), published over the weekend by WRI, edged up to 47.8 in October from a revised 47.3 in September, remaining below its three-month average. The modest rise in the reading was anchored by a rebound in manufacturers’ confidence to a near two-year high.

“Philippine logistics activity shrank again in October, though slightly less sharply. Manufacturers were at their most confident in nearly two years, yet they reported further falls in output, new orders and employment,” said Stephen Poh, WRI principal economist.

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