EastWest marks 32nd anniversary with Hot Deals Gadgets Promo

Clients can turn fresh funds placements into premium Apple and Samsung rewards

In celebration of its 32nd anniversary, EastWest is giving clients more rewarding ways to save, grow, and enjoy the benefits of smarter financial planning.

Through the EastWest Hot Deals Gadgets Promo, qualified clients may receive premium gadgets from Apple and Samsung when they place eligible fresh funds in participating EastWest regular savings or checking accounts for their chosen holding period. The promo runs until September 4, 2026 in EastWest stores nationwide.

Security Bank Capital named Philippines’ Best Investment Bank for Debt Capital Markets by Euromoney

Security Bank Capital Investment Corporation (Security Bank Capital), the investment banking arm of Security Bank Corporation, was named Philippines’ Best Investment Bank for Debt Capital Markets (DCM) at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, after helping governments and companies raise over PHP700 billion in long-term funding for critical public and private sector investments. 

The firm arranged 11 debt capital market transactions in 2025, strengthening the Philippine capital market by expanding access to long-term financing for both public and private sector issuers. 

Security Bank and Dr. Bidder help healthcare providers invest in better patient care

[From left] Octavius Ceasar Cajucom, Director, Vireo Loadworks Inc.; Dr. Loysa Orense, President and CEO, Vireo Loadworks; Ginger Tulio, First Vice President and Area Head of Area 7 San Juan; Joseph Cecilio Sison, First Vice President and Assets Business Sales Head; and Jaja Acosta, Senior Assistant Vice President and Focus Segments Group Head at the MOA signing ceremony.

Makati, Philippines — Access to modern medical equipment is essential to delivering quality healthcare, but acquiring it often requires significant investment. To help address this need, Security Bank has partnered with healthcare procurement platform Dr. Bidder, giving hospitals and healthcare providers access to financing options for equipment purchases through a more seamless process.

Your Moneymaxxing Guide to Help You Weather the Rainy Season

The rainy season can bring unexpected changes—not just to our routines, but also to our finances. From transportation and household needs to urgent repairs and other unforeseen expenses, costs can quickly add up when severe weather hits.

While not every situation can be anticipated, being financially prepared can help make unexpected expenses more manageable. Here are a few ways to build more flexibility into your finances for the rainy season and beyond.

Sun Life recognized at HR Excellence Awards for commitment to employee experience and workplace excellence

Sun Life HR team led by Michelle Cordero-Garcia, Chief Human Resources Officer of Sun Life Philippines

Sun Life Philippines was recognized at the recent HR Excellence Awards, receiving Gold for Excellence in Hybrid Working and Bronze for Best HR Team, underscoring the company's continued commitment to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive and perform at their best.

The awards highlight Sun Life's people-first approach, which focuses on creating an environment that enables employees to collaborate effectively, grow professionally, and maintain flexibility in how they work. By cultivating a positive employee experience, Sun Life aims to empower its people to deliver meaningful impact to the advisors, clients, and communities they serve.

Security Bank recognized for digital innovation and project finance at the Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2026

Security Bank Corporation and Security Bank Capital Investment Corporation (Security Bank Capital) earned three recognitions at the Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2026, affirming their continued progress in digital innovation, client-centric solutions, and sustainable finance. 

Security Bank’s Retail Banking Segment (RBS) won Mobile Banking & Payment Initiative of the Year – Philippines, while its Wholesale Banking Segment (WBS) won Domestic Digital Transformation Bank of the Year. Security Bank Capital also received Syndicated Loan of the Year – Philippines for the PHP150 billion senior term loan for Terra Solar Philippines, Inc. 

The recognitions reflect Security Bank’s BetterBanking strategy: making banking more accessible for individuals, helping businesses operate more efficiently, and supporting landmark projects that contribute to sustainable national development. 

Billease signs ₱1-Billion facility with Philippine National Bank, adding another top universal bank to its local funding base

Billease, one of the leading consumer finance platforms in the Philippines, today announced that it has signed a ₱1-billion credit facility with Philippine National Bank (PNB), one of the country’s largest universal banks.  The facility utilizes the Personal Property Security Registry (PPSR), giving PNB a registered first-rank claim over a pool of Billease's consumer loan receivables. 

For Billease, this first facility with PNB is a key milestone.  It reflects the growing confidence among the country’s largest banks in lending against high-quality consumer finance receivables. As Billease grows, there is a conscious effort to expand its local funding base for both its economics and efficiency. AlphaPrimus Advisors acted as a transaction advisor for this debt facility.