Recent findings from an independent survey by Social Weather Stations (SWS) reveal a significant lead for 4Ps and ACT-CIS in the upcoming 2025 party-list elections, with both groups securing top positions in voter preference nationwide.
Conducted from May 2 to 6, 2025, the survey polled 1,800 registered voters across the country. Results showed that 4Ps remains the frontrunner, capturing 7.67% of support. ACT-CIS followed closely with 6.63%, marking a noticeable increase of nearly three percentage points from its previous standing.
In contrast, Duterte Youth dropped to third place, falling from 7.32% in April to 5.88% this May. Solid North Party climbed to fourth place with 3.65%, reflecting a steady rise in regional backing.
One of the most dramatic improvements came from LPGMA, which surged from 84th place last month to 5th this May, now garnering 3.04% voter preference. This unexpected leap indicates a growing appeal, possibly due to intensified grassroots campaigning or increased public awareness.
The Senior Citizens party-list secured sixth place with 2.69%, resonating with its core demographic.
Regional parties Ako Bicol and Tingog followed in seventh and eighth places, earning 2.44% and 2.35% support, respectively. Their stronghold in local communities continues to bolster their national visibility.
FPJ Panday Bayanihan landed in ninth with 2.14%, while Nanay closed the top ten with 1.92%.
Survey Methodology
SWS used face-to-face interviews for this survey, sampling voters aged 18 and above across different regions: 300 in Metro Manila, 900 in areas outside NCR (Balance Luzon), 300 in the Visayas, and 300 in Mindanao. The margins of error are ±2.31% for national data, ±3.27% for Balance Luzon, and ±5.66% each for Metro Manila, the Visayas, and Mindanao.
Consistent Branding Drives Recognition
According to Stratbase Group President Dindo Manhit, groups that maintain a clear and consistent public image have maintained an edge in the rankings.
“Organizations like 4Ps and Senior Citizens have built their campaigns around sector-specific needs, making their platforms more relatable,” Manhit noted. “Meanwhile, name recall remains a powerful tool, especially for groups associated with well-known figures, such as Duterte Youth and FPJ Panday Bayanihan.”
He also emphasized that regional party-lists are gaining ground due to robust local support and visible grassroots efforts. “Groups like Tingog, LPGMA, Ako Bicol, and Nanay thrive in their respective regions because of the strong presence of political allies and recognizable nominees. Their rankings reflect the benefits of deep local engagement.”
As the 2025 elections draw nearer, the latest data suggest that visibility, consistent advocacy, and regional outreach remain vital components for party-list success.
