Philippines

PDIC, Philippine central bank sign revised agreement to enhance bank oversight

The agency said this will give depositors “renewed assurance.”

PH financial sector targeted by Chinese-linked cyber group: report

The group relies on financial-themed phishing lures.

Philippine central bank eases requirements on Islamic banking units

Relaxed capital, processing fees, amongst others, for IBUs. 

InstaPay, PESONet values surge 41% 9M 2025

The period also saw 2.89 billion transactions.

Over 1 in 3 Maya credit cardholders from deposit-backed black express card

The minimum express deposit serves as the basis for the customer’s credit limit.

Philippine credit confidence stalls amidst fraud worries

Borrowers view credit cards and personal loans as risky.

Philippine banks’ outstanding loans expand by 11.2% in August

Loans to non-residents narrowed its decline during the month.

BPI digital platforms unavailable on 4 October 2025

System integration will take place from 8AM to 6PM.

MoneyHero relocates Philippine office

About 24% of its unique users monthly are from the Philippines.

Philippine central bank to halt new digital bank license applications

Applicants have until 30 November 2025 to submit complete applications.

BSP probes bank accounts tied to flood control corruption

This comes after a department secretary filed an official request.

Philippine central bank limits daily cash withdrawals, transactions to $8,750

Transactions beyond that must be done through traceable channels like cheques, and online transfers.

Atome, Maya partner in $48m deal to expand lending

They will work together to extend flexible payment options to Filipinos.