Philippines

Philippine insurance lacks clear definition of vulnerable buyers: AXA

The lack of clear regulatory guidance also remains an issue.
16 hours ago

RCBC sees stablecoins as future of cross-border fund transfers

Only 3 of 4 major Philippine banks currency cater to crypto exchanges.
17 hours ago

Cybercrime tops insurance risks as AI heightens threats: PwC

Economic pressures and climate change round out the top five risks for the sector.
17 hours ago

Landbank touts digital-led financial inclusion as app logs 1 million new users

Its digital channels reportedly processed 800 million transactions in 2025.
18 hours ago

Filipinos’ digital take-up rises as they seek more money savings: NielsenIQ PH

Over 7 in 10 have used e-wallets, a study found.
19 hours ago

Savings vs. shocks: Why a $400b gap threatens PH’s financial future

Pru Life UK warns that without insurance, traditional savings and investments are a "complete waste of time."
19 hours ago

How banks and insurers are misreading customer needs

They create lego-like customisable products, but it's the agents stacking the blocks.
21 hours ago

Banks push ‘embedded data’ partnerships as digital lending hits limits in PH

Banks like RCBC are moving away from standalone apps toward payroll and supply-chain partnerships.
21 hours ago

BPI targets 50 million Filipinos in financial inclusion push

The bank plans to expand its agency network to nearly 10,000 locations.
23 hours ago

BSP calls for stronger fraud safeguards as financial services go digital

Scams using urgent messages are a key threat to digital bank confidence.
23 hours ago

PH financial products should be for spenders, not just earners: expert

Few products are catered for OFW families spending the money remitted, said BCG’s Lance Katigbak.
1 day ago

BSP doubles cash withdrawal due diligence trigger to $17,000

It covers payouts, such as payrolls, loans, and project disbursements.
6 days ago

The Bank of the Philippine Islands unveil new debit card

The new design has a curved notch at the bottom left corner.

Interoperability vital as 24/7 push hits 'fragmented' Philippine payments

Fragmented ecosystems and limited wallet acceptance will cause abandoned transactions.

RCBC’s net income up 11% to $183.71m in 2025 on loan and card growth

Credit card receivables rose due to the “successful acquisition of affluent customers.”

AUB’s net income up 12% to $220.12m on commercial loan growth

AUB’s net income up 12% to $220.12m on commercial loan growth.