Banking & Insurance
GSIS backs KALINGA bill, cites ₱12.2B in crisis aid
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has expressed full support for the proposed KALINGA Act of 2026, saying it is ready to help in a coordinated government response to the ongoing energy crisis.
Manulife launches app feature to manage insurance and investments
Manulife Philippines has introduced a new feature in its mobile app that allows customers to manage both their insurance policies and investment products in one place.
PNB raises InstaPay transfer limit for business clients
The Philippine National Bank (PNB) has introduced higher InstaPay transaction limits for its business clients, becoming the first bank in the country to offer up to P500,000 per transfer.
T-bill yields rise as inflation pressure builds
Average rates on Treasury bills climbed at Monday’s auction as investors demanded higher returns, adjusting to expectations of further monetary tightening by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas amid rising inflation pressures.
SUVs, house-and-lot properties top loan choices of Filipinos — Metrobank
Filipino borrowers continue to prioritize practical, family-focused purchases, with sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and house-and-lot properties leading loan preferences, according to Metrobank.
