Fiuu Processed US$13 Billion in Total Payment Volume in 2025, Up 32.65% From 2024

Fiuu, the leading fintech platform in Southeast Asia, announced that it processed US$13 billion (MYR 54 billion) in Total Payment Volume (TPV) in 2025, representing a 32.65% increase from 2024. The milestone reflects the growing adoption of digital payments by businesses across Southeast Asia and reinforces Fiuu's role as a key payment solutions provider supporting the region’s rapidly expanding digital economy.

In November 2025, Fiuu reported US$8.3 billion in TPV for the first three quarters of the year. By year-end, the company processed an additional US$4.7 billion in the final quarter to reach its full-year total.

Sun Life Philippines And Wish 107.5 Bring Financial Literacy Aboard The Iconic Wish Bus

Sun Life Philippines has partnered with Wish 107.5 to bring meaningful conversations about money, music, and mindset to Filipinos through Live Bright Now: On Air, a unique financial literacy initiative held aboard the iconic Wish Bus.

The collaboration brings Sun Life’s advocacy for financial literacy and empowerment closer to communities by combining sound financial advice with the universal language of music, creating an engaging platform where stories, songs, and financial insights come together.

“At Sun Life, we believe financial literacy should be accessible, relatable, and grounded in real-life experiences,” said Carla Gonzalez-Chong, Chief Client Experience and Marketing Officer of Sun Life Philippines. “By partnering with Wish 107.5, we’re meeting Filipinos where they are – through music, stories, and conversations that resonate. Live Bright Now: On Air allows us to turn everyday moments into opportunities to build confidence and empower people to take meaningful steps toward a brighter financial future.”

A.C. Steel Industries donates materials for Security Bank Foundation classrooms

Executives and representatives from Security Bank Foundation and A.C. Steel during the signing ceremony for the Build a School, Build a Nation partnership (1st row L-R): Richard Uy, Chief Operating Officer, AC Steel Industries, Inc.; Enrique Dominic Miguel C. Sola, Chief Executive Officer, AC Steel Industries, Inc.; Rafael Simpao Jr., Chairman, Security Bank Foundation; Melissa Aquino, Trustee, Security Bank Foundation; and Louie De Real, Executive Director, Security Bank Foundation

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Sumagaysay, Marketing and Sales Officer, AC Steel Industries, Inc.; Ruth Peñaflor, Admin Manager, AC Steel Industries, Inc.; Christian Chua, Treasurer, AC Steel Industries, Inc.; Fritzie Moog, Area Head, Makati 3, Branch Banking Group, Security Bank Corporation; Maria Ayesha Aguiting, Adviser, Security Bank Foundation; Alan Layco, Adviser, Security Bank Foundation; and Ricardo Llego, Resource Mobilization Officer, Security Bank Foundation

The Fire Horse Year Is Full of Surprises: How Pinoys Build Everyday Financial Safety Nets

The Year of the Fire Horse in 2026 is predicted to be a year full of energy, fast changes, and surprises that can come out of nowhere. In Chinese astrology, they call it a “high-speed” year: good luck can come fast, but problems can hit just as quickly. It’s a time to take bold steps, not just sitting and waiting—but caution is still needed to avoid reckless spending.

For many Filipinos, money is often the biggest challenge. One week, the budget is fine. Next, there’s a sudden home repair, extra capital needed for a small business, or a renovation that can’t wait. In a Fire Horse year, the risk isn’t just moving fast—it’s moving without a backup plan.

Your Next Pop-Up Might Just Belong at This Events Spot in Pasay

The Amphitheater at the PNB Financial Center in Pasay is one of PNB Holdings Corporation’s PHC Event Spaces, ideal for open-air or pop-up events.

There’s a renewed love for spending time outdoors.

More people linger at open‑air concerts, wander through weekend markets, meet up with friends under wide skies, or explore pockets of the city they hadn’t noticed before. These shared moments, while simple, vibrant, and unhurried, are inspiring a fresh wave of events shaped around openness and connection.

This rediscovered appetite for shared experiences has led to a shift toward event spaces that feel open, inviting, and accessible. Among organizers, exhibitors, and creative planners, a venue steadily becoming a favorite is The Amphitheater at the PNB Financial Center.

Security Bank ranked #1 among domestic banks in Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2026

Security Bank Corporation (PSE:SECB) has been ranked #1 Overall in the Philippines among Domestic Banks and #1 for Trade Finance Products in the Philippines in the client-led Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2026

The Euromoney Trade Finance Survey is one of the industry’s most widely recognized benchmarks, based on direct feedback from trade finance users evaluating banks on product capability, service quality, and relationship strength.

How Filipinos Cover Expenses Before Payday

For many Filipinos, the days leading up to payday can feel like a balancing act. Bills, groceries, transportation, and unexpected expenses don’t wait for the 15th or 30th. Yet, despite these challenges, Filipinos have developed creative and practical ways to stretch their budget until the next salary credit.

Common Strategies Filipinos Use Before Payday

1. Budgeting Essentials First

Most households prioritize necessities food, utilities, and transportation while postponing non‑essential purchases. This helps ensure that the most important needs are met even when funds are tight.

2. Borrowing from Family or Friends

It’s common to rely on trusted circles for short‑term financial support. While informal borrowing can be helpful, it may also strain relationships if repayment is delayed.