PH Is 3rd 'Most Optimistic' Economy -- Global Survey

The Philippines emerged as the 3rd most optimistic economy among 37 countries driven by strong prospects in revenues, exports, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) integration, said The Grant Thornton International Business Report. The survey said optimism of Philippine businesses stood at 84% in the 3rd quarter of 2016, way above the average of 42%, reports Rappler.