In a press conference, PSA Undersecretary Claire Dennis Mapa reported that based on their data, "housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels" was the number one major contributor to the October 2025 inflation with a percentage share of 34.6, followed by "restaurant and accommodation services" with a 14.6 percent share and "food and non-alcoholic beverages" with a 13 percent share.

He noted that inflation in electricity increased to 4.1 percent in October from 1.2 percent in September.

The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) said the government's efforts to stabilize prices and ensure the adequate supply of essential goods have kept inflation in check.

It also stressed that "food inflation at the national level recorded a slower annual increase of 0.3 percent in October from 0.8 percent in September and 3.0 percent in the same month last year."

"This slowdown was mainly driven by the reduced year-on-year increase in vegetables at 16.6 percent from 19.4 percent in September. Meat inflation slowed to 5.2 percent in October, down from 6.0 percent in the previous month," it stated.

DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said the October 2025 inflation reflects the government’s proactive measures to manage supply conditions and shield families from potential price pressures.

“The steady headline inflation rate shows that our coordinated interventions are helping to maintain adequate supplies and keeping essential goods affordable,” he said.

“We remain vigilant in managing risks from weather disturbances, global market volatility, and other domestic factors that may affect prices in the coming months.”

Beyond stabilizing prices, the DEPDev said that the government continues to pursue long-term reforms to enhance productivity and resilience in the economy.

Balisacan emphasized that sustained investments in agriculture, energy, and logistics infrastructure remain crucial to ensuring that price stability supports the country’s broader goal of rapid, sustained, and inclusive growth. Robina Asido/DMS