Economy

Arroyo has made the economy the focus of her presidency. Economic growth in terms of gross domestic product has averaged 4.6% during the Arroyo presidency from 2001 up to the end of 2005. This is higher than the 3.8% average of President Aquino, the 3.7% average of President Ramos, and the 2.8% average of President Joseph Estrada. Inflation during the Arroyo presidency has also been the lowest of the post-Marcos presidents, averaging 5.3%.