Philippine Inflation Calculator

Purchasing power impact

Estimate how inflation erodes purchasing power over time, compute equivalent future costs of living, and determine the salary adjustment required to keep pace.

BSP target band: 2.0%–4.0%

Economics Guide

Understanding Philippine Inflation

What is the Philippine headline inflation rate?

Inflation measures the rate at which average prices for a standard basket of goods and services (Consumer Price Index) increase over time as reported by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

How can I protect my savings against inflation?

Traditional bank savings accounts often pay below 1% p.a., lagging inflation. Investing in Pag-IBIG MP2 (7%+), dividend stocks, and treasury bonds helps preserve and grow real purchasing power.