Banking & Insurance
LGU treasurers urged to lead fiscal reforms
Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto has directed newly appointed local government treasurers to serve as the country’s “first line of defense” in upholding fiscal governance at the local level.
BSP backs student bank onboarding in Southern Leyte
In a major step toward advancing financial inclusion and literacy among Filipino youth, over 500 students from Southern Leyte State University (SLSU) opened their first bank accounts under the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)-led Youth Financial Inclusion (YFI) Initiative.
PRU Life UK claims top PH insurer slot in first-half
Pru Life UK emerged as industry leader in the Philippine insurance sector for the first half of 2025, securing the top position in new business premiums, according to the latest report from the Insurance Commission.
MCBL launches insurance plan with long-term benefits
Manulife China Bank Life (MCBL) has introduced Manulife GoalReady, a peso-denominated variable unit-linked (VUL) insurance plan designed to help Filipinos build a financially secure future through flexible life insurance coverage and a range of investment options.
PNB deepens ESG focus in new workshop series
Philippine National Bank launched the second year of its Sustainability Summit Workshop Series on August 4, reaffirming its long-term commitment to embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles across its operations.
