Banking & Insurance
Security Bank balances growth, buffers risks
Security Bank Corp., the country’s 7th largest lender, delivered solid topline momentum in 2025, posting total revenues of P66.9 billion, up 22 percent year on year, as diversified income streams and steady core lending activity powered results.
T-Bill yields up despite recent BSP rate cut
Fresh geopolitical jitters trumped recent monetary easing by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, as yields on short term government securities rose at Monday’s auction following the US airstrike on Iran during the weekend.
RCBC plans P5B ASEAN Sustainability Bonds
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp., the country’s 6tyh largest lender, plans to raise a minimum of P5.0 billion through fixed rate peso denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bonds, with an oversubscription option, marking the ninth drawdown under its P200 billion Bond and Commercial Paper Program.
UnionBank profit rebounds in 2H
Union Bank of the Philippines, the country’s 10th largest lender by asseets, closed 2025 with net income of P10.0 billion, as second half earnings more than doubled, rising 108 percent from the first half. The rebound was driven largely the bank’s lending activity, including the acquired Citi consumer business, which gained traction through the year.
PNB raises 2026 dividend by 20% on strong earnings performance
Philippine National Bank has approved a 20 percent increase in its 2026 cash dividend, signaling confidence in its earnings strength and long-term strategy.
