Is Middle Class the New Poor in the Philippines?

Even with a stable job and regular income, many Filipino households are finding it harder to keep up with rising costs. In this video, we break down why the Philippine middle class is under pressure, how easy access to credit has changed spending habits, and why relying on lifestyle debt can be risky. 📌 Sources & Further Reading: • PIDS – The Middle Class in the Philippines: Growing but Vulnerable https://www.pids.gov.ph/details/news/... • Social Weather Stations (via Philstar) – 50% of Filipino Families See Themselves as Poor https://www.philstar.com/headlines/20... • SJ&P – Why the Middle Class Is the New Poor in the Philippines https://www.sjandp.com.ph/post/why-th... #FrugalLiving #moneyhabits2026#frugallivingph #PersonalFinancePH #MoneyHabits #middleclassPH