Manila, Dec. 28 -- The Marcos administration has shielded the country's poorest families from rising prices by keeping inflation low and sustaining economic growth in 2025, Malacanang said Sunday.

Data show inflation eased to 1.6 percent from January to November 2025, down from 3.4 percent in 2024, continuing a steady decline from 5.8 percent in 2022 and 6.0 percent in 2023.

Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said the sharp slowdown in inflation reflects decisive government action to stabilize prices, secure food supply, and protect household purchasing power, particularly for rice, which accounts for the largest share of spending among low-income families.

"To put this in perspective, a 6% inflation rate means that your PHP100 can buy on...