Financial literacy in the Philippines As a people, therefore, we should aspire for the development of a financially-learned citizenry who can protect themselves from fraud, even as they gain from being part of the financial system and a robust economy. In this manner, they can contribute to the sustained growth and strength of our economy. This is the challenge before us.
–  The three main downside risks relate to the European crisis, weaker demand for Canadian exports and the possibility that growth in Canadian household spending could be weaker. •  Overall, the Bank judges that the risks to Canada’s inflation outlook are roughly balanced over the projection period.