Banking & Insurance
Manulife keeps watch on Middle East conflict, sees strong start in PH
The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. (Phils.) Inc. on Monday said it is still assessing the impact of the ongoing regional war in the Middle East on its business in the Philippines.
Treasury yields climb as bids turn cautious
The Bureau of the Treasury partially awarded Treasury bills on Monday after investors demanded higher yields, as financial markets turned cautious amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
EastWest launches AutoCash refinancing for car owners
East West Banking Corporation has introduced EastWest AutoCash, a refinancing service that allows vehicle owners to borrow against the value of their cars while continuing to use them.
GSIS adopts 4-day on-site workweek to save energy
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will start a four-day on-site workweek on Monday, March 9, 2026 as part of the government’s efforts to conserve energy.
GSIS, JICA push improved valuation of government assets
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) are advancing a project to improve how government assets are valued and insured, following their second Joint Coordinating Committee meeting on March 5.
