Philippine economy posts higher growth rate in 3rd quarter of 2017

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QUEZON CITY, Philippines (Eagle News) — The Philippine economy was able to post a 6.9% growth rate during the third quarter of 2017.

This is higher compared to the 6.7% growth rate of the 2nd quarter of 2017.

According to National Statistician, Dr. Liza Grace Bersales, the industry sector posted the highest growth rate of 7.5%, followed by the service sector with a growth rate of 7.1%.