Peso continues gains vs dollar, closes at P63.74:$1

GMA Network - Oct 30, 2026

The Philippine peso extended its win-streak against the US dollar, ending the week on a strong note on Friday, lifted by optimism on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr."s assurance the government will prevent the peso from sliding further.

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