Security Bank Foundation and JVR Foundation expand partnership with new school building in Bukidnon

The memorandum of agreement signing was led by SBFI Chairman Rafael Simpao, Jr., Security Bank Corporation EVP and Branch Banking Group Head Leslie Cham, SBFI Trustee Melissa Aquino, JVRF Executive Director Kana Manglapus, and Fr. Marlon Fabros, SJ, President of PCHS

More than 1,000 students from farming and indigenous communities in Pangantucan, Bukidnon will soon benefit from safer and more conducive learning spaces as Security Bank Foundation, Inc. (SBFI) and Jesus V. Del Rosario Foundation, Inc. (JVRF) expand their partnership to build a new 2-storey, 6-classroom school building in Pangantucan Community High School (PCHS).

PNB Holdings Expand Tenant Mix with CHAGEE Lease Signing

(From left) PHC CFO Ponciano S. Carreon, Jr., PHC President Karlu T. Say, CHAGEE Philippines Country GM Sonny Tiong, and Deputy GM Ollie Rabatan toast to a new partnership on March 9, 2026 at the PNB Makati Center.

PNB Holdings Corporation (PHC) has formalized a new partnership with CHAGEE Philippines, the international tea brand, through a ceremonial lease signing that reinforces its continued focus on curated, future-ready commercial spaces.

CHAGEE is recognized for its beverages centered on tea and for creating welcoming spaces that encourage connection and everyday moments of pause Its entry into PNB Makati Center adds a lifestyle-driven dimension to the development, aligning with the evolving expectations of today's urban consumers.

Financial Independence Is the Real Power Move This Women’s Month and Maya Is Here to Help

Women’s Month this year opened with a clear message: women are done settling for less. Across social media, conversations about respect and accountability have been louder than ever.

But empowerment isn’t just about calling things out. For many, it’s also about making sure they never feel financially stuck in the first place. Because independence doesn’t only show up in conversations or personal choices. It shows up in everyday decisions, including how we manage our money.

3 Ways to Set Yourself Up for Success If You Want To Start Freelancing

Freelancing opens doors to career flexibility: choosing your clients and projects, setting your own hours, and building your career on your terms. In theory, freelancing sounds simple: work with multiple international clients, do good work, and grow your income. But it’s rarely that straightforward. Beyond the work itself, there’s a lot you’ll need to figure out, such as finding the right clients, managing workload, and staying on top of your finances in what can be a very unpredictable setup. 

Alsons Dev, DoubleDragon Break Ground on Mindanao’s First CentralHub

The groundbreaking ceremony for CentralHub Davao was led by (L-R) Lorenzo Ang Bue Te, Alsons Dev President and CEO Miguel A. Dominguez, DoubleDragon Vice Chairman Ferdinand J. Sia, Davao City Vice Mayor Rodrigo S. Duterte II, DoubleDragon President Atty. Rodolfo Ponferrada, and MinDA Assistant Secretary Romeo Montenegro.

Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev), in partnership with DoubleDragon Properties Corporation (DoubleDragon) through its industrial leasing subsidiary, CentralHub Industrial Centers Inc., broke ground on CentralHub Davao on March 5, 2026 in Barangay Lasang, Davao City. This milestone marks the start of construction of the first CentralHub in Mindanao, a 6.2-hectare industrial warehouse complex that will support the region’s growing logistics and distribution needs.

From everyday savings to a dream ride: Security Bank client wins BYD Sealion 6

(L-R): Katrina D. Aurellano, Deposit and Payroll Marketing Manager. Marc Dave Gonzales, winner of the brand-new BYD Sealion 6 DM-i; Candice Chee, CASA Growth and Retention Head and Fortunato Miguel Gupit, CASA Growth and Retention Manager during the handover ceremony at BYD Alabang

Saving regularly and staying active on digital banking just paid off for one Security Bank client, who drove home a brand-new BYD Sealion 6 DM-i after winning the bonus draw of the Bank’s 12 Gifts of Christmas Raffle Promo.

EastWest Guides Clients Through 2026 with Economic and Feng Shui Insights

Expert-led sessions to help clients navigate opportunities in a fast‑shifting economic landscape

In line with its commitment to empower clients with insights that fuel informed and confident decision making, East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) hosted a series of curated events in Pampanga and Metro Manila to usher in the Year of the Fire Horse with a forward-looking economic outlook for 2026.

The sessions brought together clients from the bank’s Retail, Priority, and Corporate Banking, offering exclusive insights from experts to help them navigate the year ahead with confidence, enhance their wealth management plans, and support their long‑term financial well‑being.