By Vinz Deocampo
The economy of the Province of Capiz became bigger when its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was worth P90.97 billion in 2025.
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) found Capiz’s GDP increased by P7.29 billion.
In comparison, the provincial GDP in 2024 was only P 83.68 billion.
This is on top of Capiz becoming the 2nd fastest growing economy in the Philippines and the fastest growing economy in Western Visayas region in 2025.
PSA-Capiz OIC Senior Statistical Specialist Rosiebelle Beluso said Capiz had remarkable economic growth of 8.7 %, which is nearly double the 4.4 % national growth rate last year.
In comparison, Capiz’s economic growth rate was only 5.1% in 2024.
Capiz’s economic growth rate in 2025 was mainly anchored on the strong performance of the agriculture, forestry, and fishing (AFF) at 21.1 %.
Another strong economic performance was in human health and social work activities at 15.2 %.
There was also a growth of 11 % in education.
Similarly, AFF contributed to the biggest share in Capiz’s economy as it accounted for 29.7 %.
The wholesale, retail, trade, and vehicle repair accounted for 20.1 %.
