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BTr: PH's total debt expected to decline by year-end
The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) anticipates a decrease in the Philippines' outstanding debt, currently at P17.56 trillion as of July 2025, by the end of the year.
This projected decline is partly due to the planned repayment of P814.2 billion in domestic bonds by December 2025 as fundraising efforts conclude.
The national government utilizes borrowings to fund crucial initiatives in education, healthcare, agriculture, and social services.
To minimize foreign exchange risks, the government has prioritized domestic borrowings, resulting in a financing mix of 76% domestic and 24% external in the first seven months of 2025.
Consequently, the domestic portion of the debt stock increased to 68.9% by the end of July from 68.1% at the close of 2024.
The BTr emphasizes the administration's commitment to prudent debt management, aiming for the lowest borrowing costs while supporting fiscal sustainability and economic growth.
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