Security Bank Corp. and its investment banking arm Security Bank Capital Investment Corp. have won three Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2026, recognizing their digital banking initiatives and role in financing one of the Philippines’ largest renewable energy projects.
Security Bank Chief Financial Officer JD Yap has been named one of four co-chairs of the newly launched East Asia and Pacific Regional Chapter of the SME Finance Forum, giving the Philippines a seat at the table in regional efforts to expand financing for micro, small, and medium enterprises.
Security Bank Corp. posted stronger first-quarter earnings as higher revenues and tighter cost controls boosted core profitability, even as the lender increased provisions to cushion against evolving market risks.
Security Bank Corp., the country’s 7th largest lender, delivered solid topline momentum in 2025, posting total revenues of P66.9 billion, up 22 percent year on year, as diversified income streams and steady core lending activity powered results.
JTI Philippines has appointed Alan Jackson as general manager, tapping his international leadership experience as the tobacco company seeks to expand its portfolio, strengthen operations and address illicit trade in the local market.
Puerto Princesa City is positioning itself for sustained economic growth through major tourism, hospitality and property developments, as investors explore opportunities in Palawan’s expanding visitor economy.
Manulife Investments Philippines has broadened its investment offerings beyond real estate investment trusts (REITs), introducing a multi-asset fund that gives Filipino investors exposure to global infrastructure, natural resources and inflation-linked securities.
Prime Energy’s Malampaya Onshore Gas Plant (OGP) in Batangas has marked 25 years without a recordable safety incident involving harm to people or a significant process safety incident, underscoring the importance of operational discipline as the Philippines moves to expand indigenous natural gas production.