East West Banking Corp. (EastWest) strengthened its presence in the local capital markets this year after helping execute three major transactions: the IPO of Maynilad Water Services in November, SM Prime Holdings’ ₱17-billion retail bond offering, and Ayala Land Inc.’s ₱15-billion Sustainability-Linked Bonds completed in October.
EastWest served as a domestic participating underwriter for Maynilad’s ₱34.3-billion initial public offering, the second-largest IPO ever in the Philippines. The deal was more than twice oversubscribed, boosted by demand from major cornerstone investors. EastWest helped expand local investor participation, particularly among retail clients, and supported investor education through its branch network.
SM Prime Holdings raised ₱17 billion from its peso retail bond issuance, which was met with strong demand and ended oversubscribed. EastWest acted as joint lead underwriter and bookrunner, continuing its long-standing partnership with the company.
Ayala Land completed its third Sustainability-Linked Bond sale, raising ₱15 billion in what became the largest single-tranche SLB in the peso market. Oversubscription brought ALI’s total SLB funding to ₱56 billion. EastWest served as joint lead underwriter and book runner, helping advance the company’s sustainability-focused financing strategy.
All three deals, showcased the bank’s expanding m role in both equity and debt markets that help broaden investor access nationwide.
