Banking & Insurance
Debt climbs, but structure cushions FX risk
The national government closed 2025 with outstanding debt of P17.17 trillion, up P1.66 trillion from end-2024, driven by fresh borrowings to finance development priorities and the drag from a weaker peso.
BSP keeps market guessing ahead of February meeting
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is striking a carefully ambiguous tone ahead of its 19 February 2026 policy meeting, offering little clarity on its next move even as both inflation and economic growth remain weak.
GSIS awards Pasig City 2025 Seal of Protection, cites strong risk protection
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has awarded Pasig City the 2025 Seal of Protection, recognizing the city’s consistent insurance coverage of public assets and its readiness to respond to disasters and emergencies.
RCBC’s award sweep spotlights purposeful banking communications
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) emerged as a standout at the 61st Anvil Awards, securing multiple recognitions for communication programs that reinforce its push for financial inclusion, sustainability, and digital transformation.
BSP warns public: damaging coins is illegal
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has renewed its warning that melting, damaging, or altering Philippine coins — including commemorative coins — is illegal and punishable by law.
