7 in 10 Pinoys take extra jobs, survey shows

Filipinos remain positive about their financial status in the next 12 months even as the majority are taking an extra job or starting a business to have an additional income source and make ends meet, according to a study of marketing and data analytics company Kantar.

- LOUELLA DESIDERIO

Conducted from February to April of this year, the study, which covered 2,000 households across the country, showed 52 percent of Filipinos expect their financial status to remain the same in the next 12 months, despite challenges they face and headwinds affecting the economy.

The study also revealed that close to 41 percent believe their situation will still improve, while only seven percent think it will worsen in the months to come.

Kantar found that seven out of 10 Filipinos manage their family's needs by having an extra job or starting a business.

"Despite the challenges, Filipinos who are managing are looking for means to extend their resources.