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Sun Life Grepa Head of Bancassurance Channel Christopher Cabognason (right) and Sun Life Grepa Head of Bancassurance Salesforce Effectiveness and Engagement Marian Grace Ramirez (left).
Sun Life Grepa Financial, Inc. (Sun Life Grepa), one of the country’s major life insurance companies, partnered with world-renowned oncologist and cancer specialist Dr. Ang Peng Tiam for a two-day learning session on cancer care held on November 7 and 8, 2025.
Celebrate the best of Filipino craftsmanship at Presente fair 2025. Discover over 100 curated contemporary and artisanal brands—from fashion and homeware to gourmet finds—all in one vibrant holiday marketplace. Plus, special perks await Security Bank cardholders!
Give more meaningful gifts this season at Presente Fair 2025, a four-day holiday marketplace by Artefino and Security Bank that brings together the best of Filipino craftsmanship under one roof. Featuring over 100 contemporary and artisanal brands, the Fair is the perfect destination for fashion lovers, home enthusiasts, discerning gifters, and everyone looking to shop local with purpose.
Happening until November 30 at the Fifth at Rockwell, Power Plant Mall, Presente Fair transforms the space into a vibrant showcase of heritage, creativity, and modern Filipino design. From handwoven fashion and artisan-made home pieces to gourmet treats and sustainable lifestyle items, every purchase supports local communities and small businesses.
Manulife Philippines and Manulife China Bank Life Assurance Corporation (MCBL) won Golden Arrow Awards for their exemplary performance in corporate governance. The awards were given by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) at their Global Governance Summit on October 23, 2025.
Security Bank Corporation (PSE:SECB) has surpassed its 2025 Sustainable Finance target ahead of schedule, disbursing PHP99.4 billion in sustainable finance loans as of October 2025—18% above its full year goal. The milestone reinforces the Bank’s ambition to become the preferred partner in sustainable finance and signals strong demand for green and social financing in the Philippines.
Driving green growth at scale
Of the total disbursed, PHP69.9 billion supported green finance initiatives, accelerating the country’s shift to cleaner, more resilient infrastructure. Security Bank’s financing has helped enable:
1.37 GW of additional renewable energy capacity from solar and wind projects
Four green-certified buildings contributing to reduced emissions and energy savings
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In photo (L–R): Aileen Dionisio, Allianz PNB Life Head of Sustainability; Mombassadors Rosemary Fernandez, Aira Carmelo, and Janella Reyes; Joseph Gross, Allianz PNB Life President and CEO; Mombassadors, Angel Galut, Heidi Larosa, and Apple Isidro; Jennifer Ng, PNB Senior Vice President and Head of Marketing Group; and Gino Riola, Allianz PNB Life Chief Marketing Officer.
Allianz PNB Life President and CEO Joseph Gross shares the story behind MaPanatag and the company’s commitment to supporting single mothers through inclusive protection and sustainable initiatives.
Sun Life believes that the key to a stress-free holiday and financial security is early and smart preparation. Here are five practical ways to manage your finances for the season, so you can enjoy the festivities without the dreaded post-holiday debt.
Security Bank (PSE:SECB) has once again been recognized as one of the region’s best-performing financial institutions at The Asset Benchmark Research Awards 2025, held on November 6, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Singapore. The annual awards honor leading financial market professionals and institutions that consistently deliver outstanding value, performance, and insight across Asia.
Imagine a world where your wallet lives in your phone, and every payment is just a mobile tap away. This November, UnionBank is proud to be one of the first banks to enable Google Pay in the Philippines to its cardholders.
The arrival of Google Pay marks a leap forward in reimagining how Filipinos experience everyday banking. Whether you’re grabbing your morning coffee, dining with family and friends, or doing your grocery run, UnionBank credit cardholders can now pay faster, smarter, and more securely— no physical card required, no card details to type. Just tap with your NFC-enabled Android phone and go, wherever contactless payments are accepted
The partnership lets merchants using Payrex instantly activate Billease at checkout, giving consumers access to installment-based payments while helping small businesses boost conversions and average order value.
Edwin Lacierda, Co-Founder and CEO of Payrex: “Our goal has always been to make payments simple for developers and accessible for businesses of any size. With Billease built right into our platform, we’re giving merchants the ability to offer flexible credit at scale – no heavy lifting required.”
Through creative storytelling and accessibility, GCash makes cryptocurrency easier to understand for beginner investors
Interest in cryptocurrency continues to grow among Filipinos, with 96% showing awareness and over half expressing intent to invest within the year, according to a 2025 Consensys survey. Despite this high curiosity, many remain cautious and unsure where to begin.
To help everyday Filipinos take their first confident step into the world of crypto, finance super app GCash launches “A Beginner’s Guide to Cryptocurrency”, a free and exclusive in-app introduction to cryptocurrency, written and illustrated by Luis Buenaventura, Head of GCrypto. Buenaventura, a Filipino crypto author, artist, and entrepreneur, is widely recognized as a pioneer in the local and global crypto scene.
This holiday, Maya, the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines, is turning your holiday spending into the ultimate feel-good moment: a chance for you and your chosen person to win ₱1 million each by referring them with your @username and paying with Maya.
Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) has appointed Jolla A. Soriaga as Vice President and General Manager, effective November 1, 2025. She succeeds Eric D. de la Costa, who has retired after 26 years of dedicated service. The leadership transition underscores Alsons Dev's continued commitment to operational excellence and organizational strength.
Soriaga brings with her over 25 years of experience within Alsons Dev. She has taken on progressive leadership roles in business development, contributing to the successful delivery of flagship residential and mixed-use projects such as Las Terrazas, Northcrest, Fernwood, Wood Lane, Eden Ridge, and Northtown. Before her appointment, she served as Assistant Vice President for Business Development and Operations. In her new capacity, Soriaga will oversee the company’s day-to-day management, strategic initiatives, and governance.
Security Bank Corporation (PSE: SECB) total revenues in the first nine months of 2025 (9M-2025) grew 22% year-on-year to PHP48.8 billion. Net profit increased 7% year-on-year to PHP9.1 billion.
The Bank’s 9M-2025 net interest income climbed 15% over the previous year to PHP37.2 billion, with net interest margin improving to 4.70% in 9M-2025 from 4.56% in H1-2025. Total non-interest income likewise increased 52% year-on-year to PHP11.6 billion. Service charges, fees and commissions was PHP6.3 billion, lower than previous year due to the one-off bancassurance milestone fee in Q1-2024. Excluding the milestone fee, 9M-2025 service charges, fees and commissions increased 20% year-on-year, led by credit cards, payment services, and capital market fees.
9M-2025 operating expense was 20% higher, driven by investments in manpower and technology to accelerate transformation and drive growth. Cost-to-income ratio improved to 58.1%, compared to 59.6% in H1-2025 and 58.8% a year ago.
The event brought together hundreds of insurance professionals for a day of fitness, camaraderie, and advocacy for health and wellness. More than 400 Sun Life employees and advisors laced up their running shoes and joined the festivities, showcasing the company’s dedication to living its purpose beyond financial security.
The company achieved a remarkable total premium income of PHP 44.73 billion, reaffirming its leadership in the industry and its unwavering commitment to helping Filipinos achieve lifetime financial security. This achievement reinforces Sun Life’s promise to put its Clients at the heart of everything it does.
Security Bank Corporation received three Golden Arrows from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) for excellence in corporate governance, underscoring its commitment to transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership.
Presented on October 23, 2025, at Okada Manila, the recognition was based on the Bank’s ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) rating of 100–109 points, placing Security Bank among the region’s top companies in upholding best governance practices.
“People Experience Made Easy” recognized for simplifying and humanizing HR transformation
EastWest has been recognized with the People Program of the Year – National Winner at the 2025 People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) Awards held at Nustar Resort and Casino in Cebu.
Of the 23 organizations evaluated nationwide, six were recognized as Regional Exemplars, and only three programs emerged as National Winners. EastWest was the sole honoree singled out for its innovative and sustainable HR transformation program, People Experience Made Easy, aligning with this year’s PMAP theme:
Adventure Unlimited is the first-ever travel fair to be hosted in GH Mall. RCBC Credit Cardholders can avail of exclusive travel deals and other perks from Philippine Airlines, EVA Air, Japan Airlines, AirAsia, AirAsia Move, ANA, Qantas, Jetstar, United Airlines, Air Canada, Greater Bay Airlines, Globus, JTB, Anantara, Korea Tourism Organization, SriLankan Airlines, Icelandair, Vietjet Air, and Asiana Airlines. It’s the perfect opportunity for those planning their trips this holiday season and in 2026.
A Festive Celebration of Financial Inclusion and Community for Millions of Filipinos
Billease, the Philippines’ leading consumer finance and “Buy Now, Pay Later” platform, brought together thousands of Filipinos for a festive day of fun, prizes, and community celebration during “Kim and Billie’s Pamasko” held on November 9, 2025, at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall.
Headlined by Billease brand ambassador Kim Chiu, the large-scale event was filled with excitement, entertainment, and surprises celebrating the brand’s growing community of users and partners nationwide. Despite the rainy weather, thousands of attendees came and celebrated, turning the event into a huge success and a true testament to the loyalty and enthusiasm of the Billease community.
Truth is, most of us fall into performative money habits. We mean well, but our actions don’t always match our intentions. If you’re serious about leveling up your finances before the year ends, it’s time to trade old patterns for smarter habits that actually grow your money. Thankfully, Maya, the #1 Fintech Ecosystem and #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines, makes it easier (and more rewarding) to do just that.
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This holiday season is the time to make those dreams come true as Metrobank rings in the festivities with the launch of its new car and home loan promo, making achieving your long-held goals of owning a car or a home feel lighter, easier, and more joyful.
Qualified clients can now enjoy low interest rates and waived fees of up to PHP 100,000 when you avail of Metrobank’s home and car loan offers starting today until December 29, 2025. That’s cash you can keep in your pocket to spend on holiday gifts, new furniture, or a full tank of gas for that first drive!
The Filinvest Group’s first-ever group-wide promo continues to gain momentum as more customers from across the country join in the excitement. Marking the Group’s 70th anniversary, the Dream Getaway Promo has already made dreams come true for several lucky winners, with more prizes still up for grabs.
Launched in July, the Filinvest Group Dream Getaway Promo brings together the Group’s diverse businesses to reach a wider audience and allow more Filipinos to experience its range of products and services. Filinvest’s real estate, banking, and hospitality companies have collaborated on a single campaign that underscores the Group’s shared mission of helping Filipinos achieve their dreams.
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In the wake of Typhoon Tino’s devastating impact on Central Visayas, PNB Holdings Corporation (PHC) and Asia Brewery Inc., in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross, have mobilized the delivery of Absolute Pure Distilled Drinking Water to thousands of displaced families.
Initial distributions of 6-liter bottles of Absolute Drinking Water have reached evacuees at Dumlog Elementary School and Dumlog Sports Complex in Talisay, Cebu. Relief efforts will continue in the coming days, extending to communities in Liloan and Consolacion, where bottled water will be delivered alongside essential relief packs prepared by the Philippine Red Cross.
Every year, Christmas feels less like a celebration and more like a competitive sport — crowded malls, heavy traffic, and “out of stock” signs everywhere. For many Filipinos, the waiting game is real. They usually hold off their shopping, only to end up with the perfect storm of stress: rushed shopping and missed deals.
This year, skip the chaos and shop smart online during 11.11 sales— get ahead of the rush, score the good gifts, and actually enjoy the holidays stress-free. The best gifts don’t wait — and neither should you. 11.11 is the perfect time to fill your carts on your favorite e-commerce platforms, with early deals, lower prices, and a wider selection before the Christmas crunch begins. Plus, you’ll beat delivery cutoffs and avoid the dreaded shipping delays that come with December’s last-minute panic buying.
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Gapan City, Nueva Ecija – Security Bank Foundation, Inc. (SBFI) turned over a newly constructed two-storey, six-classroom school building to Gapan East Integrated School (GEIS) in Nueva Ecija, marking another milestone in its flagship program “Build a School, Build a Nation: The Classrooms Project.”
Maya Credit Card users can enjoy up to 20% cashback (capped at ₱1,000 per month) when they dine and pay with their Maya Black Credit Card or Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card at thousands of restaurants nationwide — including several featured in the newly released Michelin Guide Philippines, such as Helm, Asador Alfonso, Celera, Gallery by Chele, Hapag, Inato, Kasa Palma, Linamnam, Toyo Eatery, Bolero, Cabel, Cochi, Halong, Lampara, Los Tacos, Manam (The Triangle), Pilya’s Kitchen, Some Thai, Taqueria Franco, The Underbelly, Your Local, 12/10, Antonio’s, Automat, Blackbird, Carmelo’s Steakhouse, Cirkulo, Fresca Trattoria, Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill, Goxo, Locavore, Lore, Lusso, Mamacita, Metiz, Now Now, Old Manila, Pablo, People’s Palace, Ramen Ron, Sala, Seva, Socarrat, Super Uncle Claypot, Taupe, Terraza Martinez, Txanton, Uma Nota, and Yamazato.
Atty. Anna Katrina Kabigting-Ibero, Associate General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Sun Life Philippines, at the 2025 Golden Arrow Awards
In the recently concluded 2025 Golden Arrow Awards held at Okada Manila, Sun Life Philippines has once again been recognized by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) for its commitment to excellence in corporate governance, earning a Two-Golden Arrow Award.
This latest accolade marks the seventh consecutive year that Sun Life Philippines has been honored by the ICD, reaffirming its unwavering dedication to professionalism, accountability, and ethical leadership in the industry.
UnionBank of the Philippines once again took center stage at DigiCon 2025, the country’s premier digital and technology conference organized by the Digital Marketing Association of the Philippines (DMAP). The annual event brought together leaders in business, marketing, and innovation to explore how emerging technologies—like artificial intelligence (AI)—are transforming industries and shaping the digital future.
This year, UnionBank showcased a deeper, more human approach to AI—one that brings personalization and empathy to the heart of every digital interaction. Aligning with DigiCon 2025’s theme, “The Age of I: The Power of Personalization,” UnionBank showcased how AI can create meaningful, human-centered experiences for customers and employees—reflecting its brand promise to help Filipinos “Live a Life Unlocked,” where technology empowers individuals to pursue their goals with greater freedom, confidence, and ease.
A homegrown community designed with Bacolod’s heritage at heart, Saludad blends world-class planning with the warmth of local life
Imagine waking up to the warmth of Bacolod mornings, walking through tree-lined streets to a neighborhood café, or sending your children off to school without ever leaving your community. This is everyday life envisioned at Saludad, PHINMA Properties’ first masterplanned township in the city—one designed with Bacolodnons, for Bacolodnons.
Security Bank continues to broaden its reach with the opening of its newest branch in Kawit, Cavite—its 363rd branch nationwide and 12th in the province, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to make banking more accessible to communities beyond Metro Manila.
It’s that time of the year again when homes light up, families reunite, and friends gather to celebrate the season. From gift-giving and festive dinners to long-awaited getaways, the holidays are all about creating moments that matter. But amid the cheer and excitement often come extra expenses that can make budgets feel tight.
To help Filipinos enjoy a worry-free and joy-filled season, Philippine Savings Bank (PSBank) offers a smart and flexible way to stay financially ready with PSBank Flexi Personal Loan— a collateral-free loan that lets you access funds anytime, anywhere, so you can focus on what truly matters: making memories with the people you love.
However, Sun Life Asia's latest Financial Resilience Index reveals that while Filipinos are feeling more financially confident, long-term planning remains a challenge. The numbers tell a story many would recognize – only 64% feel capable of meeting their future goals, and one in three Filipinos couldn't sustain themselves beyond three months without external support if income suddenly stopped.
These findings prompted Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. to launch Sun Life EasyLink Protect, an investment-linked life insurance product designed specifically for individuals looking for a plan that will address their protection and wealth accumulation needs without the hassle of a lengthy application process.
