Security Bank sharpens focus on wealth, entrepreneurs, and corporates to drive next growth phase

Investor Day 2026 highlights opportunities in transaction banking, cross-border business, and growth through the Bank's expanding ecosystem

From left to right: Victor Lee, President and CEO; and JD Yap, CFO and Executive Vice President at the Security Bank Investor Day

Makati City, Philippines, August 28, 2026 – Security Bank Corporation unveiled a focused three-year strategy to capture the next wave of growth in Philippine banking. The Bank will concentrate on wealth management, entrepreneur banking, and corporate and institutional banking, leveraging its existing strengths where it believes it can compete from that position of strength.

EastWest makes next-gen travel more accessible at Philippine Travel Mart 2026

Exclusive cardholder perks, flexible payment options, and special hotel offers await travelers at the country's biggest travel expo

From spontaneous weekend escapes to bucket-list beach vacations, EastWest is helping the next generation of Filipino travelers go further with exclusive deals at the 37th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), where it returns as the exclusive credit card partner of the country's biggest showcase of destinations and travel experiences.

In support of this year's theme, "Nurturing the NextGen Tourism," EastWest is bringing flexible payment options and exclusive cardholder privileges that make it easier for travelers to discover, plan, and book their next adventure.

Security Bank employees turn 75th anniversary celebration into scholarship support

People's Fair Marketplace raises funds for Security Bank Foundation's Regalo Mo, Kinabukasan Ko scholarship program

As part of its 75th anniversary celebration, Security Bank transformed employee entrepreneurship into an opportunity to create brighter futures, with proceeds from its annual People's Fair Marketplace helping support the Security Bank Foundation's Regalo Mo, Kinabukasan Ko (RMKK) Scholarship Program.

Held at the SMX Convention Center Manila, the People's Fair Marketplace brought together employee-run businesses from across the Bank. Participation fees from exhibitors were donated to the Foundation to help deserving but underprivileged students pursue their education. 

EastWest strengthens customer protection with Banking Made Safer

Enhanced security measures help keep customers protected every step of the way

As customers increasingly seek greater security and control over their finances, EastWest is strengthening customer protection through Banking Made Safer, a suite of enhanced security features and fraud prevention measures designed to help safeguard accounts and savings while keeping banking easy and accessible.

As part of this initiative, EastWest has introduced EasyLock, a self-service security feature available through the EasyWay and EasyBiz apps, where customers can secure a chosen portion of their balance, preventing those funds from being used for digital transactions while keeping the rest available for everyday banking.

PPMI and Alipay+ Expand QR Ph for Cross-Border Commerce, Connecting Filipino Businesses with Global Consumers

Partnership significantly expands cross-border connectivity, supporting Philippines’ digitalization ambitions and opening new opportunities for 2.5M local merchants and SMEs

Alipay+ connects with 10+ national payment schemes across Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America

(L-R) Danny Chung, General Manager of Alipay+ Global Growth Center, Ant International; Carmelita “Melit” Araneta, General Manager of Philippine Payments Management Inc.; Atty. Bridget Rose M. Mesina-Romero, Director, Payments Policy and Development Department, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

Strong performance, stronger trust: SM Supermalls evolves for the next generation of customers

Mall operator sustains portfolio transformation reinforced with customer-obsessed strategy following strong H1 business performance  

SM Supermalls delivered record revenues in the first half the year, expanding 8% to P41.8 billion from P38.6 billion. Its exceptional performance was driven by higher leasable space and tenant sign-ups, along with steady foot traffic. 

Total gross leasable area grew 3 percent to 5.1 million square meters from 5.0 million square meters, while the number of tenants rose 4 percent to 23,174 from 22,192. Average daily foot traffic was steady at 3.7 million.  

Sanas Deepens Philippine Investment, Taps IBPAP Chief Jack Madrid to Lead Market Expansion

Jack Madrid joins as Sanas Ambassador, Philippines and Christopher Venturina as Director of Business Development to strengthen relationships with enterprises, BPO providers, and technology partners across the Philippines.

Photo Caption: Jack Madrid (center) and Chris Venturina (right) with Sanas Chief Customer Officer, Monal Patel

The Philippines has built a global reputation for delivering customer experiences at scale. Now, as artificial intelligence reshapes the way businesses connect with customers, Speech AI company Sanas is strengthening its presence in the country to help shape the future of customer experience.