Manulife Continues Legacy of Service in the Philippines with Impact Week 2026

Five Manulife entities in the Philippines unite for inaugural Impact Week, bringing longevity strategy to life through social connection and purpose-driven community action.

More than 1,200 Manulife colleagues in the Philippines mobilized in environmental, education, and social initiatives nationwide.

Tripartite collaboration advances financial resilience and environmental conservation, supporting Peso Smart Pinoy and planting 2,500 mangrove seedlings.

Leading international financial services provider Manulife hosted its inaugural Impact Week, a global volunteer initiative designed to strengthen well-being, build social connection and unite teams through purpose-driven community action.

Security Bank Wealth named Philippines’ Best for High-Net-Worth by Euromoney for sixth consecutive year

First private bank in Asia to achieve six straight wins in Euromoney’s Best HNW category

Security Bank Wealth has once again been named the Philippines’ Best for High-Net-Worth at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards—the first private bank in Asia to achieve six straight wins in this category.

The 2026 Euromoney Private Banking Awards saw over 350 private banks and wealth managers from almost 100 countries and territories across six continents, making it the largest and most competitive program in the awards’ more than 20-year history. Euromoney’s Private Banking Awards are widely regarded as the universal gold standard of excellence in the industry.

Sun Life’s Hoops + Health marks three years of championing healthier lifestyles for Filipino youth

For more than three years, Sun Life Philippines, in cooperation with the Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. and global sport for social change foundation Beyond Sport, has been championing healthier, more active lifestyles among Filipino youth through its Hoops + Health program – using the power of basketball to drive long-term well-being.

This year, the program reached a new milestone with the renovation and reopening of the Bagong Pag-asa ng Taguig Homeowners Association, Inc. (BPTHAI) Basketball Court in Taguig, giving young athletes in the community a safe space to play, grow, and stay active. The refurbished court – which features upgraded flooring, hoops, and facilities – now serves as a hub for youth development and community engagement.

Sun Life’s Macaulay Club donates PHP 1.6M to empower vulnerable children

The Macaulay Club, Sun Life Philippines’ club for top-performing financial advisors, reaffirmed its commitment to giving back with a PHP 1.6 million donation to SOS Children’s Villages Pilipinas.

A handover ceremony was held at the SOS Children’s Village Manila in Muntinlupa City to mark the donation, which will support SOS Children’s Villages Pilipinas’ crucial work of providing nurturing homes to abandoned children and supporting disadvantaged families. The contribution was facilitated with the help of Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation).

Security Bank strengthens Northern Luzon presence with new branches in Pangasinan and Ilocos Sur

Security Bank executives and guests at the opening of the Bank’s new branch in San Carlos, Pangasinan (From left): Rommel Victorio Domingo, Area Channel Manager; Popo Cabuay, San Carlos City Administrator; Ferdie Uy, FVP and Region Head; Leslie Cham, EVP and Branch Banking Group Head; Rolly Uson, Lessor and Owner of Arlu Commercial; Arjiman Uson, Owner of Arjiman Leasing; Josefa Lopez, Owner of Kevin’s Balong Restaurant; Hon. Joseres “Bogs” Resuello, Vice Mayor of San Carlos City; Jerry Calibuso, VP and Area Head; Maidy Soriano, SAVP and Cluster Head and Business Manager, OIC of San Carlos, Pangasinan Branch; Ronald Austria, SVP and Luzon Distribution Head

Security Bank Corporation is bringing BetterBanking closer to more Filipino communities with the opening of new branches in San Carlos, Pangasinan and Candon, Ilocos Sur, expanding its presence in two vibrant growth areas in Northern Luzon.

Security Bank reports 24% growth in pre-provision operating profit in Q1-2026

Revenues reach PHP 17 billion, up 10% year-on-year; net profit at PHP 2.7 billion.

Security Bank Corporation (PSE: SECB) delivered strong core operating performance in the first quarter of 2026, with pre-provision operating profit rising 24% year-on-year to PHP7.5 billion, supported by disciplined cost management. Total revenues reached PHP17.0 billion, up 10% year-on-year. Net income was PHP2.7 billion, up 6% quarter-on-quarter, despite higher provisions amid evolving operating conditions.

Net interest income grew to PHP15.2 billion and total non-interest income was PHP1.9 billion. Operating expenses were well-managed, increasing 2% year-on-year and decreasing 13% quarter-on-quarter, resulting in an improved cost-to-income ratio of 56% from 61% a year ago.

How Filipinos Are Using Buy Now, Pay Later: Billease Leads the Charge

BNPL Growth in the Philippines

The Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) market in the Philippines is booming. According to Statista, the country’s BNPL transaction value is projected to reach ₱45 billion by 2026, growing at an annual rate of over 20%. This surge reflects how Filipinos are embracing flexible financing to manage everyday expenses and big-ticket purchases.

At the forefront of this movement is Billease, one of the fastest-growing BNPL platforms in Southeast Asia. Since its launch in 2017, Billease has served over 1.5 million users and partnered with more than 20,000 merchants nationwide, including Lazada, Agoda, Kimstore, and Anson’s.