Total manufacturing output in the Philippines increased in July compared with the same month last year, according to the national statistics office. It claims manufacturing growth was at double-digit rates for the seventh consecutive month.

Leather and leathergoods led the way with output rising 47% compared with 34.4% in June.

Other industries experiencing growth include furniture and fixtures (+35.6%) and chemical products (+7%).

Four manufacturing sectors experienced negative growth, including footwear and wearing apparel (-19.9%).

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