The Philippines' consumer price inflation rose slightly in April to the highest level in four months, largely driven by increased food costs, data from the Philippine Statistical Authority showed on Tuesday.
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The Philippines' consumer price inflation eased further in June to the lowest level in just over one year, largely driven by a slowdown in prices for food products and a fall in transport costs, data from the Philippine Statistical Authority showed on Wednesday.
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