Tokyo-based Ratings and Investment Information Inc. (R&I Ratings) on Thursday affirmed its investment grade rating on the Philippines at “BBB” with a stable outlook.

“The Philippine economy continues to grow at a solid pace of over 6 percent. In addition to private consumption, which has been the primary driver of the economy, brisk investment has contributed to growth in the past couple of years,” it said.

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