Banking & Insurance
Land Bank launches ASCEND program
The Land Bank of the Philippines has launched its Agri-Fishery Support thru Capability Enhancement for Nationwide Development (ASCEND) Program, aimed at providing annual support to at least 10,000 small farmers, fishers, and agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) nationwide.
CICC warns of loan scams targeting BPI customers
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) is warning the public about an ongoing loan scam targeting customers of the Bank of Philippine Islands (BPI) through social media and SMS messages.
Monetary Board approves $3.21B public sector foreign borrowings in 4Q 2024
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has approved USD3.21 billion in medium- to long-term foreign borrowings for the public sector in the fourth quarter of 2024.
BDO partners with Ashikaga Bank to boost Japanese investments in PH
BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) has strengthened its position as a key player in supporting foreign business growth in the Philippines through a new partnership with Japan’s Ashikaga Bank, Ltd. (ABL).
Uncertainty in Asian equity markets signals need for cautious investment, Manulife says
Manulife Investment Management on Wednesday highlighted the prevailing uncertainty in Asia's equity markets as 2025 begins, driven by a mix of geopolitical tensions, leadership transitions, and shifting fiscal and interest rate environments.
